Plaintiff
- Name: William Odonnell
- Filing Date: May 8, 2026
- Court: United States District Court District of Massachusetts
- State: Massachusetts
- Attorney Firm: Equal Access Law Group, PLLC
Defendant
- Name: DiamondRock Hospitality Company
- Website: www.lakeaustin.com
- Industry: Hotel, Restaurant and Leisure
- Summary: Provides hotel accommodations, spa services, wellness programs, fitness classes, and outdoor activities.
Case Summary
According to the complaint, William Odonnell, a legally blind individual, is suing DiamondRock Hospitality Company for failing to make its website, www.lakeaustin.com, accessible to blind users, violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The plaintiff alleges that he encountered numerous barriers while attempting to navigate the website, including inaccessible menus and ambiguous link texts, which prevented him from accessing information about the defendant's services. He seeks a permanent injunction requiring the defendant to improve website accessibility and ensure compliance with ADA standards, as well as attorney's fees and costs.
Causes of Action
- Violation of Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Key Allegations
- Defendant's website is inaccessible to blind individuals
- Plaintiff encountered multiple access barriers while using the website
- Defendant failed to implement necessary changes for accessibility
Requested Relief
- Preliminary and permanent injunction to comply with the ADA
- Declaration of discrimination against blind individuals
- Plaintiff's reasonable attorneys' fees and costs
Jurisdiction & Venue
Subject matter jurisdiction under 28 U.S.C. § 1331 and 42 U.S.C. § 12188; venue proper in the District of Massachusetts
