Milton Williams v. Status Audio LLC

Case Summary

According to the complaint, Milton Williams, a visually-impaired individual, is suing Status Audio LLC for failing to make its website accessible to blind users, violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Williams alleges that he encountered numerous barriers while trying to access information about audio products on the website, which prevented him from making purchases. The complaint seeks injunctive relief to ensure the website complies with accessibility standards and requests 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, 42 U.S.C. § 12181 et seq.
• 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 individuals.
• Plaintiff encountered multiple access barriers while attempting to use the website.
• Defendant has failed to comply with WCAG 2.0 guidelines.

Requested Relief

• A preliminary and permanent injunction to prohibit Defendant from violating the ADA and related laws.
• A declaration that Defendant's website discriminates against the blind.
• Compensatory damages for violations of civil rights under New York laws.

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, and supplemental jurisdiction under 28 U.S.C. § 1367.