Willie Macon v. Dillard’s, Inc.

Summary

According to the complaint, Willie Macon, a blind individual, is suing Dillard's, Inc. for failing to make its website accessible, which violates the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Macon alleges that he encountered numerous barriers while trying to access the website, preventing him from fully enjoying the products and services offered. He seeks injunctive relief to require Dillard's to make its website accessible and to cover his legal fees. The complaint highlights specific access issues that hinder visually impaired users from navigating the site effectively.

About the defendant

Defendant operates an e-commerce platform through which it markets and sells goods to consumers, allowing customers to browse merchandise and complete purchases online.

What the complaint says

The problems the plaintiff describes with the website.

• Defendant's Website is not compatible with screen access software, denying blind individuals full access to products and services.
• Defendant has failed to correct access barriers despite being notified of them.

Legal claims

The laws the plaintiff says the defendant broke, called causes of action.

• unlawful disability discrimination pursuant to Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990

What the plaintiff asks for

What the plaintiff wants the court to order.

• Injunctive relief requiring Defendant to make its Website accessible
• Attorneys' fees and costs