Plaintiff
- Name: Alejandro Espinoza
- Filing Date: March 13, 2026
- Court: United States District Court Southern District of Florida
- State: Florida
- Attorney Firm: Mendez Law Offices, PLLC; Adams & Associates, P.A.
Defendant
- Name: Stefano Ricci DC USA Corp.
- Website: www.stefanoricci.com
- Industry: Apparel
- Standards Cited: WCAG 2.0 Level AA
- Summary: sells men's clothing, accessories, shoes, and fragrances
Case Summary
According to the complaint, Alejandro Espinoza is suing Stefano Ricci DC USA Corp. for violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) due to accessibility barriers on their website, which he alleges prevent visually impaired individuals from effectively navigating and purchasing products. The plaintiff encountered multiple issues, including unlabeled graphics and inaccessible navigation elements, which hindered his ability to access information necessary for making purchases. Espinoza seeks declaratory and injunctive relief to ensure the website is compliant with ADA standards and requests compensation for legal fees. The case highlights the importance of web accessibility for individuals with disabilities.
Causes of Action
- Violation of the ADA
- Trespass
Key Allegations
- Defendant's website contains access barriers preventing effective use by visually impaired individuals.
- Plaintiff encountered unlabeled graphics, inaccessible drop-down menus, and improperly formatted navigation elements.
- Defendant's website does not comply with WCAG 2.0 Level AA standards.
Requested Relief
- A declaration that Defendant’s website is in violation of the ADA
- An order requiring Defendant to update its website to remove barriers for visually disabled users
- An award of reasonable attorney’s fees and costs
Jurisdiction & Venue
Southern District of Florida, Miami-Dade Division
