Plaintiff
- Name: Z'Leah Liburd
- Filing Date: January 31, 2026
- Court: United States District Court Middle District of Florida
- State: Florida
- Attorney Firm: Equal Access Law Group, PLLC
Defendant
- Name: Jacksons Bistro and Bar, L.C.
- Website: www.jacksonsbistro.com
- Industry: Food & Staples Retailing
- Standards Cited: WCAG 2.2
- Summary: Operates a restaurant services platform offering a blend of American cuisine and fresh seafood, including online ordering, reservations, and catering services.
Case Summary
According to the complaint, Plaintiff Z'LEAH LIBURD, a visually-impaired individual, is suing JACKSONS BISTRO AND BAR, L.C. for failing to make its website, https://www.jacksonsbistro.com/, accessible as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The plaintiff alleges that the website contains significant barriers that prevent blind users from accessing essential information and services, such as making reservations and learning about menu offerings. The complaint cites specific issues like incompatibility with screen-reading software and ambiguous link texts. The plaintiff seeks a permanent injunction to require the defendant to make the website accessible and to provide damages for the discrimination faced due to these barriers.
Causes of Action
- Violations of the ADA, 42 U.S.C. § 12182, et seq.
- Declaratory Relief
Key Allegations
- Defendant's website is not accessible to blind and visually-impaired individuals.
- Access barriers prevent users from making reservations and accessing information about the restaurant.
- Defendant has failed to comply with ADA requirements for website accessibility.
Requested Relief
- Permanent injunction requiring website accessibility compliance with ADA standards.
- Payment of nominal damages.
- Award of costs and attorneys' fees.
Proposed Class
Individuals with visual impairments who require screen-reading software to access online content.
Jurisdiction & Venue
This Court has subject-matter jurisdiction under 28 U.S.C. § 1331 and 42 U.S.C. § 12182; venue is proper under 28 U.S.C. § 1391(b)(1-2).
