Plaintiff
- Name: Arantza Castro
- Filing Date: March 18, 2026
- Court: United States District Court Southern District of Florida
- State: Florida
- Attorney Firm: Mendez Law Offices, PLLC; Adams & Associates, P.A.
Defendant
- Name: James Perse Enterprises LLC
- Website: www.jamesperse.com
- Industry: Apparel
- Standards Cited: WCAG 2.0 Level AA
- Summary: sells men and women clothing, shoes, bags, home décor, and accessories
Case Summary
According to the complaint, Arantza Castro is suing James Perse Enterprises LLC for violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) due to the inaccessibility of their website, which she alleges prevents visually impaired individuals from effectively navigating and purchasing products. Castro claims that she encountered numerous barriers while attempting to use the website, including unlabeled graphics and inaccessible menus. She seeks both declaratory and injunctive relief to ensure the website is made accessible, as well as damages for the alleged trespass of software on her computer. The complaint highlights the need for compliance with ADA standards and the importance of providing equal access to individuals with disabilities.
Causes of Action
- Violation of the ADA
- Trespass
Key Allegations
- Defendant's website is inaccessible to visually impaired individuals using screen reader software
- Plaintiff encountered barriers such as unlabeled graphics and inaccessible navigation elements
- Defendant failed to provide reasonable modifications to ensure accessibility
Requested Relief
- Declaratory relief that the website violates the ADA
- Injunctive relief to require Defendant to make the website accessible
- Compensatory damages for trespass
- Attorney's fees and costs
Jurisdiction & Venue
Southern District of Florida
