William Odonnell v. Doyle Dupont LLC
Filed
Case details
- Defendant’s website
- Standards cited
- Guidance on Web Accessibility and the ADA
Summary
According to the complaint, William Odonnell, a legally blind individual, is suing Doyle Dupont LLC for failing to make its website accessible, violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Odonnell alleges that he encountered numerous barriers while trying to navigate the website, including improper heading hierarchy and inaccessible content. He seeks a permanent injunction requiring the defendant to improve website accessibility and ensure compliance with ADA standards. The complaint highlights the importance of digital accessibility for individuals with visual disabilities and the need for the defendant to take corrective actions.
About the defendant
Defendant specializes in luxury hotel services, offering accommodations, dining options, and event spaces.
What the complaint says
The problems the plaintiff describes with the website.
- Defendant's website is inaccessible to blind individuals, violating the ADA.
- Plaintiff encountered multiple access barriers while attempting to use the website.
- Defendant has failed to implement necessary changes to ensure website accessibility.
Legal claims
The laws the plaintiff says the defendant broke, called causes of action.
- Violation of 42 U.S.C. §§ 12181, et seq., Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act
- Declaratory Relief
What the plaintiff asks for
What the plaintiff wants the court to order.
- A preliminary and permanent injunction to prohibit Defendant from violating the ADA.
- A preliminary and permanent injunction requiring Defendant to make the Website compliant with the ADA.
- A declaration that Defendant discriminates against the blind by failing to provide access as required by the ADA.
- Plaintiff’s reasonable attorneys’ fees, statutory damages, expenses, and costs of suit.
- Pre- and post-judgment interest to the extent permitted by law.