Plaintiff
- Name: Andrew Zhang
- Filing Date: September 30, 2026
- Court: United States District Court Southern District of New York
- State: New York
- Attorney Firm: Usher Law Group, P.C.
Defendant
- Name: Artsana USA, Inc.
- Website: www.chiccousa.com
- Industry: Retailing
- Standards Cited: WCAG 2.1 Level AA
- Summary: Operates online retail platforms offering goods and services to the general public, including child safety products.
Case Summary
According to the complaint, Andrew Zhang, a visually impaired individual, is suing Artsana USA, Inc. for violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) due to the inaccessibility of its website, https://www.chiccousa.com/. The plaintiff alleges that he encountered multiple barriers while trying to access the website to purchase a child safety product, which prevented him from completing the transaction. The complaint cites violations of the ADA, New York City Human Rights Law, and New York State Human Rights Law, seeking injunctive relief and damages for emotional distress. The plaintiff claims that the website does not meet the required accessibility standards, thus denying equal access to individuals with disabilities.
Causes of Action
- Violation of Title III of the ADA
- Violation of the New York City Human Rights Law (NYCHRL)
- Violation of the New York State Human Rights Law (NYSHRL)
Key Allegations
- Defendant's website is inaccessible to individuals with visual impairments.
- Plaintiff encountered numerous barriers while attempting to access the website.
- Defendant failed to comply with accessibility requirements of the ADA.
Requested Relief
- Injunction requiring compliance with accessibility standards of the ADA
- Damages for emotional distress and frustration
- Reasonable attorneys' fees and costs
Jurisdiction & Venue
This Court has subject matter jurisdiction under 28 U.S.C. § 1331 and supplemental jurisdiction under 28 U.S.C. § 1367.
