Plaintiff
- Name: Zephyrin Victor
- Filing Date: March 18, 2026
- Court: United States District Court Southern District of Florida
- State: Florida
- Attorney Firm: Aleksandra Kravets, Esq. P.A.
Defendant
- Name: ESJ JI Operations, LLC
- Website: joiabeachmiami.com
- Industry: Food, Beverage & Tobacco
- Standards Cited: WCAG 2.2 AA
- Summary: Operates a restaurant services platform offering Mediterranean-inspired cuisine and dining services, including online reservations and menu exploration.
Case Summary
According to the complaint, Plaintiff Zephyrin Victor, a visually-impaired individual, is suing ESJ JI Operations, LLC for failing to make its website, joiabeachmiami.com, accessible as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The complaint alleges that the website contains significant barriers that prevent blind users from accessing essential information and services, such as making online reservations. Plaintiff seeks a permanent injunction requiring the defendant to comply with accessibility standards and to provide equal access to its services. The complaint highlights specific issues such as the lack of compatibility with screen-reading software and the absence of necessary navigation features.
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, violating the ADA.
- Plaintiff encountered multiple accessibility barriers preventing him from making an online reservation.
- Defendant failed to comply with WCAG 2.2 guidelines.
Requested Relief
- Preliminary and permanent injunction to comply with the ADA
- Declaration of discrimination against blind individuals
- Payment of nominal damages
- Pre- and post-judgment interest
- Award of costs and reasonable attorneys’ fees
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).
