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 Guidelines
- 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. Watson alleges that he could not access essential features of the website using his screen reader software, which is necessary for him to navigate online. The complaint cites violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and requests injunctive relief to ensure the website is accessible, along with attorney's fees. The plaintiff highlights specific accessibility issues, including navigation barriers and lack of error identification, which prevent him from fully utilizing the website's 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 consumers.
- 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 expenses
Jurisdiction & Venue
Venue lies in the Southern District of Florida pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1391(b) and Local Rule 3.1.
