Plaintiff
- Name: Nicholas Pagan
- Filing Date: May 3, 2026
- Court: United States District Court Southern District of Florida
- State: Florida
- Attorney Firm: Alberto R. Leal, Esq., P.A.
Defendant
- Name: Citizen Watch Company of America, Inc.
- Website: www.citizenwatch.com
- Industry: Consumer Goods
- Standards Cited: WCAG 2.2 AA
- Summary: Defendant offers goods and services related to watches, including sales and promotions through its website.
Case Summary
According to the complaint, Nicholas Pagan alleges that Citizen Watch Company of America, Inc. has a website that is not accessible to blind and visually impaired consumers, violating the Americans with Disabilities Act. Pagan claims that he has faced multiple barriers while attempting to use the website, which prevents him from accessing information and services available to other users. He seeks a permanent injunction to require the company to change its corporate policies and make the website accessible, as well as attorney's fees and costs. The website at issue is www.citizenwatch.com.
Causes of Action
- Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.
Key Allegations
- Defendant's website is not accessible to blind and visually impaired consumers.
- Plaintiff has been denied full access to the website due to digital barriers.
- Defendant has failed to implement a plan to make its website accessible.
Requested Relief
- A Declaratory Judgment that Defendant was in violation of the ADA.
- A permanent injunction requiring Defendant to make its website fully accessible.
- Payment of costs of suit.
- Payment of reasonable attorneys’ fees.
- Provision of whatever other relief the Court deems just.
Jurisdiction & Venue
This Court has federal question jurisdiction pursuant to 28 U.S.C. §1331 and 42 U.S.C. § 12188.
