Plaintiff
- Name: Arantza Castro
- Filing Date: April 29, 2026
- Court: United States District Court Southern District of Florida
- State: Florida
- Attorney Firm: Mendez Law Offices, PLLC; Adams & Associates, P.A.
Defendant
- Name: Riviera Dining Group Inc.
- Website: www.casa-neos.com
- Industry: Food, Beverage & Tobacco
- Standards Cited: WCAG 2.0 Level AA
- Summary: Defendant sells brunch, dinner, desserts, cocktails, and wine.
Case Summary
According to the complaint, Arantza Castro, a visually impaired individual, is suing Riviera Dining Group Inc. for violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) due to accessibility barriers on its website, https://www.casa-neos.com/. The plaintiff alleges that the website contains numerous issues that prevent effective navigation using screen reader software, including unlabeled graphics and inaccessible menus. Castro seeks declaratory and injunctive relief to ensure the website is accessible, as well as compensatory damages for trespass related to the unauthorized placement of tracking software on her computer. The complaint emphasizes the need for equal access to the website and its services for individuals with disabilities.
Causes of Action
- Violation of the ADA
- Trespass
Key Allegations
- Plaintiff is visually impaired and requires screen reader software to navigate websites.
- Defendant's website contains access barriers such as unlabeled graphics and inaccessible menus.
- Plaintiff was unable to effectively determine store hours, confirm product availability, or complete transactions due to these barriers.
Requested Relief
- Declaratory relief that Defendant's website violates the ADA
- Injunctive relief requiring Defendant to update its website for accessibility
- Compensatory damages for trespass
- Attorney's fees and costs
Jurisdiction & Venue
Southern District of Florida, Miami-Dade Division
