Z’Leah Liburd v. Hampton Chocolate Factory LLC

Summary

According to the complaint, plaintiff Z’LEAH LIBURD, a visually-impaired individual, is suing HAMPTON CHOCOLATE FACTORY LLC for failing to make its website, https://hamptonchocolatefactory.com/, accessible under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The complaint alleges that the website contains significant barriers that prevent blind users from accessing its goods and services, including ambiguous link texts and inaccessible navigation menus. LIBURD claims these barriers hinder her ability to learn about products and make purchases online, which she seeks to remedy through a permanent injunction requiring the defendant to comply with accessibility standards. The plaintiff is represented by EQUAL ACCESS LAW GROUP, PLLC.

About the defendant

Operates an online store offering a wide range of chocolate products, including handcrafted artisan chocolates and unique dessert creations, along with services like gift cards and a rewards program.

What the complaint says

The problems the plaintiff describes with the website.

• Defendant's website is not accessible to blind and visually-impaired individuals.
• Plaintiff encountered multiple access barriers preventing her from using the website effectively.
• Defendant failed to comply with WCAG 2.2 guidelines.

Legal claims

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

• Violations of the ADA, 42 U.S.C. § 12182 et seq.
• Declaratory Relief

What the plaintiff asks for

What the plaintiff wants the court to order.

• Permanent injunction requiring website accessibility compliance.
• Payment of nominal damages.
• Pre- and post-judgment interest.
• Award of costs and expenses of this action.

Proposed class

The group of people the plaintiff asks to represent, so the case can cover them too.

Individuals with visual impairments who require accessible web content.