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Laws and RegulationsYou re facing a legacy system that can t meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA without a complete rebuild. Your client wants to claim undue burden. Before drafting that defense, know this: courts see undue burden as
Laws and RegulationsThe rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in business operations has transformed how brands create content, design digital experiences, and interact with customers. Companies now use AI tools
Laws and RegulationsUnder Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) , any business and its place(s) of public accommodation must be accessible to potential customers of all ability levels.
Laws and RegulationsIn the digital age, accessibility to online resources is not just a matter of convenience. It's a fundamental right. Guaranteeing that digital platforms are accessible to all people, including those l
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Laws and RegulationsThe Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is the bedrock of American accessibility legislation. Its various titles outline the rights of differently-abled American citizens. The ADA’s titles also high
Laws and RegulationsIn today's digital age, the conversation around accessibility has become increasingly crucial. Over the years, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a foundational civil rights law, has expanded
Laws and RegulationsThe Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a cornerstone of equal access for individuals with disabilities. In an increasingly digital world, accessibility isn't just about physical spaces. It exten
Laws and RegulationsOn October 5th, 2022, Deborah Laufer, a prolific Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) “tester,” filed a lawsuit against Acheson Hotels. This lawsuit found its way up the judicial chain until it was a
Laws and RegulationsIn ADA cases, prevailing plaintiffs are often awarded what’s known as compensatory damages. These, along with punitive damages, help make up the sum of penalties owed by defendants found guilty of ADA
Laws and RegulationsThe United States has recently seen a dramatic uptick in digital accessibility lawsuits, with 2,387 filed by the end of 2022. Interestingly, however, this increase didn’t necessarily reflect widesprea
Laws and RegulationsIf a customer has accused you and your business of violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), you may be confused. Maybe you double-checked with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCA
Laws and Regulations2022 saw a stark increase in digital accessibility lawsuits filed in the United States. As per our year-end report , the most litigious state in the nation was New York.
Laws and RegulationsWhile the internet has been around for decades, it’s safe to say more people in the U.S. are relying on their computers. As of 2022, 26% of employees work remotely with 16% of companies being fully re
Laws and RegulationsUnder the Americans With Disabilities Act ( ADA ), does not explicitly mention digital and website accessibility. When it was written, the digital landscape was still fairly undeveloped, so digital an
Laws and RegulationsAmericans With Disabilities Act (ADA) based digital accessibility lawsuits are on the rise, as are disability lawsuits in general. Why now?
Laws and RegulationsBusinesses that incorporate the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) benefit from a more inclusive culture and brand messaging. So it's no surprise that WCAG is the most widely used digital acc
Laws and RegulationsIn some areas, Canada leads the way in accessibility laws. The country has protections for people with disabilities in its constitution and is developing digital accessibility guidelines for organizat
Laws and RegulationsAwareness and understanding of accessibility laws have come a long way in the U.S., but if you're doing business in the U.K., you may want to read up on which accessibility laws apply to you.
Laws and RegulationsAs of this writing, there are 27 countries in the European Union . This group of nations is made up of 447 million residents , many of whom work and travel across EU borders throughout the year. The f
Laws and RegulationsThe Department of Justice recently announced its intent to update Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to include web accessibility standards. Title II applies to state and local gove
Laws and RegulationsWhen significant barriers stand in between a disadvantaged person and justice, can we reasonably argue that they had equal access to the same justice system as their wealthier, more privileged counter
Laws and RegulationsAmericans with disabilities account for 60 million people; however, our country hasn’t always looked out for this population. For centuries, people with disabilities fought to be treated as equals and
