Plaintiff
- Name: Willie Macon
- Filing Date: August 18, 2026
- Court: United States District Court Middle District of Florida
- State: Florida
- Attorney Firm: Ada Legal Team, LLC
Defendant
- Name: Mr. & Mrs. Crab Lakeland Inc
- Website: www.mmcseafood.com
- Industry: Hotel, Restaurant and Leisure
- Standards Cited: WCAG 2.1 Level A and AA Guidelines
- Summary: A seafood restaurant offering customizable seafood boils, cocktails, retail seasoning products, and a customer loyalty program.
Case Summary
According to the complaint, Willie Macon, a blind individual, is suing MR. & MRS. CRAB LAKELAND INC for failing to make their website accessible, violating the Americans with Disabilities Act. Macon alleges that he encountered numerous barriers while trying to access the website, which prevented him from fully enjoying the services offered. He seeks injunctive relief to require the defendant to make their website accessible and to adopt policies ensuring future compliance. The complaint highlights specific access issues and requests that the court mandate improvements to the website's accessibility features.
Causes of Action
- Unlawful disability discrimination under Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Key Allegations
- Defendant's website is not compatible with screen access software, denying blind individuals full access to products and services.
- Defendant failed to correct access barriers after being notified.
Requested Relief
- Injunctive relief requiring website accessibility improvements
- Declaratory judgment of ADA violation
- Attorney's fees and costs
Jurisdiction & Venue
Original jurisdiction under 28 U.S.C. § 1331 and § 1343; venue proper under 28 U.S.C. § 1391(B)
