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: Wynwood Hospitality Holdings, LLC., d/b/a Brooklyn Chop House
- Website: www.brooklynchophouse.com
- Industry: Food & Staples Retailing
- Standards Cited: WCAG 2.1 Level A and AA Guidelines
- Summary: Operates a restaurant offering food and drink services, including reservations and catering.
Case Summary
According to the complaint, James Watson is suing Wynwood Hospitality Holdings, LLC, which operates Brooklyn Chop House, for failing to provide an accessible website as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Watson, who is visually impaired, alleges that he could not access the website using screen reader software due to various barriers, including inaccessible features and navigation issues. He seeks injunctive relief to compel the defendant to make the website accessible and to recover attorney’s fees. The complaint cites specific ADA violations and emphasizes the need for equal access to the restaurant's services online.
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 the website using screen reader software due to multiple accessibility barriers.
Requested Relief
- Declaratory Judgment that the website violates the ADA
- Order to alter the website for accessibility
- Evaluation and neutralization of policies towards persons with disabilities
- Continual updates to maintain website accessibility
- Award of attorney’s fees, costs and litigation expenses
Jurisdiction & Venue
Southern District of Florida pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1391(b) and Local Rule 3.1
