Henry Tucker v. Julie Products Inc.

Case Summary

According to the complaint, Henry Tucker, a visually-impaired individual, is suing Julie Products Inc. for failing to make its website, www.juliecare.co, accessible to blind users. The complaint alleges that Tucker encountered numerous barriers while attempting to access information and purchase products, including emergency contraceptives. The plaintiff claims these barriers violate the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and related New York laws. Tucker seeks a permanent injunction to require the defendant to improve website accessibility and compensatory damages for the discrimination faced. The case highlights the ongoing issues of digital accessibility for individuals with disabilities.

Causes of Action

• Violations of the ADA
• Violations of the NYSHRL
• Violations of the NYCHRL
• Violation of GBL § 349

Key Allegations

• Defendant's website is not accessible to blind and visually-impaired persons.
• Plaintiff encountered multiple access barriers preventing full use of the website.
• Defendant has failed to comply with ADA requirements for website accessibility.

Requested Relief

• Permanent injunction requiring Defendant to make its Website accessible to blind individuals.
• Compensatory damages for violations of civil rights under New York State Human Rights Law and GBL § 349.
• Reasonable attorneys’ 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 offered by Defendant’s Website, during the relevant statutory period.

Jurisdiction & Venue

The Court has subject-matter jurisdiction under 28 U.S.C. § 1331 and 42 U.S.C. § 12181, as Plaintiff’s claims arise under Title III of the ADA and related state laws.