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Willie Macon v. Kichi Taiyaki Lakeland LLC

Filed

Case details

Standards cited
WCAG 2.1 Level A and AA Guidelines

Summary

According to the complaint, Willie Macon, a blind individual, is suing Kichi Taiyaki Lakeland LLC for failing to make its website accessible to visually impaired users, violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Macon alleges that he encountered numerous barriers while attempting to access the website, which prevented him from fully enjoying the products and services offered. The complaint cites specific accessibility issues and seeks injunctive relief to require the defendant to improve website accessibility and provide necessary accommodations for individuals with visual disabilities.

About the defendant

Offers Japanese desserts and related products through an online platform.

What the complaint says

The problems the plaintiff describes with the website.

  • Defendant's website is not compatible with screen access software, denying access to blind individuals.
  • Defendant failed to correct access barriers after being notified.

Legal claims

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

  • Unlawful disability discrimination under Title III of the ADA

What the plaintiff asks for

What the plaintiff wants the court to order.

  • Injunctive relief requiring website accessibility improvements
  • Attorney’s fees and costs