United States of America v. United Parks & Resorts Inc., SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc., SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment LLC, Sea World of Florida LLC, Sea World LLC
Filed
Case details
- Defendant’s website
- Standards cited
- Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. §§ 12181-89, 28 C.F.R. Part 36
Summary
According to the complaint, the United States of America alleges that United Parks & Resorts Inc. and its affiliated entities have violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by enforcing a policy that prohibits individuals with mobility disabilities from using wheeled walkers with seats at their theme parks. The complaint details instances where individuals were denied access due to this policy, which the plaintiff argues constitutes discrimination against people with disabilities. The United States seeks various forms of relief, including monetary damages and changes to UPR's policies to ensure compliance with the ADA.
About the defendant
UPR operates theme parks and entertainment experiences, providing recreational services and attractions.
What the complaint says
The problems the plaintiff describes with the website.
- UPR implemented a policy prohibiting the use of wheeled walkers with seats by guests with disabilities.
- UPR denied individuals with disabilities the opportunity to participate in or benefit from its goods and services.
- UPR imposed eligibility criteria that screen out individuals with disabilities who use wheeled walkers with seats.
Legal claims
The laws the plaintiff says the defendant broke, called causes of action.
- Violations of Title III of the ADA
What the plaintiff asks for
What the plaintiff wants the court to order.
- Declaratory and injunctive relief
- Monetary damages
- Civil penalty
- ADA training for employees
- Modification of policies and procedures