Clay Lee Jones v. KAMAKURA SHIRTS NEW YORK CO., LTD.

Case Summary

According to the complaint, Plaintiff CLAY LEE JONES is suing KAMAKURA SHIRTS NEW YORK CO., LTD. for failing to make their website, www.kamakurashirts.com, accessible to blind and visually impaired individuals, violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Plaintiff alleges that he encountered multiple barriers while attempting to purchase a shirt, specifically the 'New York Slim Fit - Button Down Oxford,' which prevented him from completing the transaction. The complaint cites various access issues, including missing alt-text and unclear navigation, which hinder the use of screen-reading software. Plaintiffs seek a permanent injunction to require the Defendant to comply with accessibility standards and to provide compensatory damages for the alleged discrimination.

Causes of Action

• Violations of the ADA, 42 U.S.C. § 12182 et seq.
• Violations of the NYCHRL
• Declaratory Relief

Key Allegations

• Defendant's website is inaccessible to blind and visually impaired individuals.
• Plaintiff was denied the ability to purchase products due to website barriers.
• Defendant failed to comply with WCAG 2.1 guidelines.

Requested Relief

• Permanent injunction requiring Defendant to make the Website accessible.
• Compensatory damages for violations of civil rights under New York City Human Rights Law.
• Attorney's fees and costs.

Proposed Class

All legally blind individuals in the United States who have attempted to access Defendant’s Website and as a result have been denied access to the equal enjoyment of goods and services, during the relevant statutory period.

Jurisdiction & Venue

This Court has subject-matter jurisdiction under 28 U.S.C. § 1331 and 42 U.S.C. § 12182, with venue proper under 28 U.S.C. §1391(b)(1) and (2).