Colorado Website Accessibility Lawsuits

Industries Most Targeted in Colorado

Based on 2024 filing data, these industries face the highest litigation risk in Colorado:

• Technology & Software (31% of cases)
• Outdoor & Recreation (19% of cases)
• Healthcare & Medical Services (18% of cases)
• Lifestyle, Fashion & Apparel (17% of cases)
• Cannabis & CBD (10% of cases)

If your business operates in one of these sectors, prioritize a comprehensive accessibility audit and remediation plan to reduce legal exposure.

Colorado-Specific ADA Regulations & Legal Landscape

• Colorado follows federal ADA requirements
• Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act provides state protections
• Tech startup hub driving accessibility attention
• District of Colorado handling increased filings

Understanding Colorado's unique legal environment helps businesses assess risk and develop appropriate compliance strategies.

Notable Colorado ADA Website Cases

These cases demonstrate the legal standards and expectations for website accessibility in Colorado courts.

Colorado ADA Website Compliance Checklist

Ensure your website meets these essential WCAG 2.1 Level AA requirements to minimize ADA lawsuit risk:

• Images include alt text
• Forms have visible labels
• Color contrast meets standards
• Full keyboard navigation
• Focus indicators present
• Multimedia is captioned
• Heading hierarchy correct
• Links clearly labeled
• Errors accessible
• ARIA properly used

Industry-Specific Guidance

Get tailored compliance guidance for your industry:

Understanding WCAG Requirements

Learn about the specific WCAG success criteria that courts reference in ADA cases:

Other State Lawsuit Data