Florida Website Accessibility Lawsuits

Industries Most Targeted in Florida

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

• Restaurant, Food & Beverages (24% of cases)
• Lifestyle, Fashion & Apparel (28% of cases)
• Hospitality & Tourism (15% of cases)
• Healthcare & Medical Services (13% of cases)
• Real Estate & Property Management (8% of cases)

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

Florida-Specific ADA Regulations & Legal Landscape

• Florida follows federal ADA standards with no additional state requirements
• Growing number of cases in Southern District of Florida
• State courts accept website accessibility claims under ADA Title III
• Serial plaintiff activity has increased significantly since 2023

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

Notable Florida ADA Website Cases

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

Florida ADA Website Compliance Checklist

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

• Images and graphics have meaningful alt text
• Forms are labeled and keyboard accessible
• Color contrast meets WCAG 2.1 AA (4.5:1 text, 3:1 UI)
• Navigation is operable without a mouse
• Focus states are clearly visible
• Video and audio content includes captions
• Headings are properly structured (H1, H2, H3 order)
• Links have descriptive text (avoid 'click here')
• Error messages are clear and programmatically announced
• Page language is declared in HTML

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