Plaintiff
- Name: James Watson
- Filing Date: January 20, 2026
- Court: United States District Court Southern District of Florida
- State: Florida
- Attorney Firm: J. Courtney Cunningham, PLLC
Defendant
- Name: Jackpot Group, LLC, d/b/a 17th St Thai Sushi
- Website: www.17thstreetthaisushifl.com
- Industry: Food & Staples Retailing
- Standards Cited: WCAG 2.1 Level A and AA
- Summary: Operates a restaurant serving Thai cuisine, offering food and drink to the public, with online ordering and reservation capabilities.
Case Summary
According to the complaint, James Watson, a visually impaired individual, is suing Jackpot Group, LLC, which operates the restaurant 17th St Thai Sushi, for failing to provide an accessible website. The plaintiff alleges that the website, https://www.17thstreetthaisushifl.com, is not usable with screen reader software, preventing him from accessing essential information and services. Key barriers include inaccessible ordering features and lack of proper error identification. The plaintiff seeks injunctive relief to ensure the website complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and requests attorney's fees. The case highlights ongoing discrimination against individuals with disabilities in accessing online services.
Causes of Action
- Violation of Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Key Allegations
- Defendant's website is not fully accessible to visually impaired users.
- Plaintiff was unable to access key features of the website using screen reader software.
- Defendant failed to comply with WCAG 2.1 Level A and AA guidelines.
Requested Relief
- Injunctive relief to make the website accessible to individuals with disabilities.
- Declaratory judgment that the website violates the ADA.
- Attorney's fees and litigation costs.
Proposed Class
Individuals with visual impairments who seek equal access to the defendant's website and services.
Jurisdiction & Venue
Southern District of Florida pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1391(b) and Local Rule 3.1
