Z'Leah Liburd v. Jacksons Bistro and Bar, L.C.

Case Summary

According to the complaint, Plaintiff Z'LEAH LIBURD, a visually-impaired individual, alleges that JACKSONS BISTRO AND BAR, L.C. operates a website that is inaccessible to blind users, violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The complaint details multiple access barriers on the website, including incompatibility with screen-reading software, which prevent Plaintiff from making reservations and accessing essential information about the restaurant. Plaintiff seeks a permanent injunction to require the Defendant to make its website compliant with accessibility standards and to ensure equal access for visually-impaired individuals. The case highlights the ongoing discrimination faced by individuals with disabilities in accessing online services.

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 consumers
• Access barriers prevent Plaintiff from making reservations and accessing information about the restaurant
• Defendant failed to comply with WCAG 2.2 guidelines

Requested Relief

• Preliminary and permanent injunction to prohibit violations of the ADA
• Injunction requiring compliance with ADA
• Declaration of discriminatory practices
• Payment of nominal damages
• Pre- and post-judgment interest
• Award of costs and attorneys' fees
• Other relief deemed just and proper

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)