Plaintiff
- Name: Yudy Hernandez
- Filing Date: April 30, 2026
- Court: United States District Court Southern District of Florida
- State: Florida
- Attorney Firm: Mendez Law Offices, PLLC; Adams & Associates, P.A.
Defendant
- Name: Tijuana Flats Restaurants, LLC
- Website: www.tijuanaflats.com
- Industry: Food, Beverage & Tobacco
- Standards Cited: WCAG 2.0 Level AA
- Summary: sells starters, sides, desserts, salad, tacos, quesadilla, burritos, flautas, and drinks
Case Summary
According to the complaint, Yudy Hernandez is suing Tijuana Flats Restaurants, LLC for violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) due to accessibility barriers on their website, https://www.tijuanaflats.com/. The plaintiff, who is visually impaired, alleges that the website contains numerous access barriers that prevent her from effectively navigating and purchasing products. Key issues include unlabeled graphics and improperly formatted navigation elements. The plaintiff seeks declaratory and injunctive relief to ensure the website is accessible to individuals with disabilities, as well as damages for the alleged trespass of software on her computer without consent. The complaint emphasizes the need for compliance with ADA standards to provide equal access to all users.
Causes of Action
- Violation of the ADA
- Trespass
Key Allegations
- Defendant's website contains access barriers preventing effective use by visually impaired individuals
- Plaintiff encountered specific access barriers including unlabeled graphics and inaccessible drop-down menus
- Defendant's website does not comply with WCAG 2.0 Level AA standards
Requested Relief
- A declaration that Defendant’s website is in violation of the ADA
- An Order requiring Defendant to update its website to remove barriers for individuals with visual disabilities
- An Order requiring Defendant to provide ongoing support for web accessibility
Jurisdiction & Venue
Southern District of Florida, Miami-Dade Division
