Illinois Website Accessibility Lawsuits

Industries Most Targeted in Illinois

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

• Lifestyle, Fashion & Apparel (29% of cases)
• Restaurant, Food & Beverages (21% of cases)
• Healthcare & Medical Services (17% of cases)
• Retail & E-commerce (14% of cases)
• Financial Services (10% of cases)

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

Illinois-Specific ADA Regulations & Legal Landscape

• Illinois Human Rights Act extends ADA protections at state level
• Applies to businesses with 1+ employees (broader than federal ADA)
• Northern District of Illinois handles majority of federal filings
• State courts increasingly accepting website accessibility claims

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

Notable Illinois ADA Website Cases

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

Illinois ADA Website Compliance Checklist

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

• Alt text provided for all meaningful images
• Form inputs have clear, visible labels
• Color contrast meets WCAG 2.1 AA requirements
• Keyboard navigation is fully functional
• Focus states are visible on all controls
• Videos and podcasts include captions/transcripts
• Semantic HTML headings used properly
• Link text is descriptive and meaningful
• Error messages are clear and accessible
• ARIA roles and labels used appropriately

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