Plaintiff
- Name: William Odonnell
- Filing Date: March 20, 2026
- Court: United States District Court District of Massachusetts
- State: Massachusetts
- Attorney Firm: Equal Access Law Group, PLLC
Defendant
- Name: Swahili Village Bar & Restaurant Boma LLC
- Website: www.swahilivillages.com
- Industry: Food, Beverage & Tobacco
- Summary: Specializes in Kenyan and East African cuisine, offering online services such as menu exploration, reservations, and gift card purchases.
Case Summary
According to the complaint, William Odonnell, a legally blind individual, is suing Swahili Village Bar & Restaurant Boma LLC for failing to make its website accessible, violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The plaintiff alleges that he encountered numerous barriers while attempting to navigate the website using screen reader technology, which prevented him from accessing information about the restaurant's services and offerings. The complaint seeks a permanent injunction requiring the defendant to improve the website's 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 due to poor formatting and lack of screen reader compatibility.
- Plaintiff encountered multiple access barriers including inadequate focus order, unclear labels, and lack of alt-text on graphics.
Requested Relief
- Preliminary and permanent injunction to prohibit Defendant from violating the ADA.
- Injunction requiring Defendant to make the Website compliant with the ADA.
- Declaration that Defendant's website discriminates against the blind.
- Plaintiff's reasonable attorneys' fees and costs.
Jurisdiction & Venue
This Court has subject matter jurisdiction pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1331 and 42 U.S.C. § 12188.
