Plaintiff
- Name: Nicholas Pagan
- Filing Date: March 9, 2026
- Court: United States District Court Southern District of Florida
- State: Florida
- Attorney Firm: Alberto R. Leal, Esq., P.A.
Defendant
- Name: Ritecare Medical Center, LLC.
- Website: www.ritecaremc.com
- Industry: Health Care Equipment & Services
- Standards Cited: WCAG 2.2 AA
- Summary: Offers medical services and allows appointment requests through its website.
Case Summary
According to the complaint, Nicholas Pagan alleges that Ritecare Medical Center, LLC's website is not accessible to blind and visually impaired consumers, violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The website, www.ritecaremc.com, contains digital barriers that prevent access to its services, which include appointment requests and information about medical services. Pagan seeks a permanent injunction to require the defendant to make the website accessible and to change its corporate policies to ensure ongoing compliance. The complaint cites specific access barriers and requests relief including attorney's fees and costs.
Causes of Action
- Violation of Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.
Key Allegations
- Website is not accessible to blind and visually impaired consumers
- Digital barriers limit access to website content
- Plaintiff has been denied full access to the website and services
Requested Relief
- Permanent injunction requiring website accessibility improvements
- Payment of costs of suit
- Payment of reasonable attorneys’ fees
- Declaratory Judgment of violation of ADA
Jurisdiction & Venue
Federal question jurisdiction pursuant to 28 U.S.C. §1331 and 42 U.S.C. § 12188; Venue is proper under 28 U.S.C. § 1391(b)(2)
