Plaintiff
- Name: Nelson Fernandez
- Filing Date: April 29, 2026
- Court: United States District Court Southern District of Florida
- State: Florida
- Attorney Firm: Roderick V. Hannah, Esq., P.A.; Law Office of Pelayo Duran, P.A.
Defendant
- Name: Big Louie’S USA, Inc.
- Website: www.biglouies.com
- Industry: Food, Beverage & Tobacco
- Summary: Operates a chain of restaurants selling food and beverage products, including online ordering and delivery services.
Case Summary
According to the complaint, plaintiff Nelson Fernandez alleges that Big Louie’s USA, Inc. discriminates against individuals with disabilities by maintaining an inaccessible website that violates the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Fernandez, who is visually disabled, claims he encountered numerous barriers while attempting to use the website to order food and learn about the restaurant's offerings. He seeks declaratory and injunctive relief to compel the defendant to make the website accessible and to ensure that individuals with visual disabilities can fully participate in the services offered. The complaint cites specific access barriers and requests various forms of relief, including attorney's fees.
Causes of Action
- Violation of the ADA
Key Allegations
- Defendant's website is inaccessible to visually disabled individuals using screen reader software.
- Website contains severe and pervasive access barriers preventing full use by blind individuals.
- Defendant has not implemented a Web Accessibility Policy or designated a Web Accessibility Coordinator.
Requested Relief
- Declaratory judgment that Defendant’s Website violates the ADA
- Order requiring Defendant to update the Website for accessibility
- Order for ongoing support for web accessibility
- Order for mandatory web accessibility training for employees
- Award of reasonable attorney’s fees, costs, and expenses
Jurisdiction & Venue
Federal question jurisdiction under 28 U.S.C. §1331 and provisions of the ADA
