Indiana Website Accessibility Lawsuits

Industries Most Targeted in Indiana

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

• Healthcare & Medical Services (27% of cases)
• Manufacturing & Industrial (23% of cases)
• Lifestyle, Fashion & Apparel (19% of cases)
• Restaurant, Food & Beverages (16% 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.

Indiana-Specific ADA Regulations & Legal Landscape

• Indiana follows federal ADA Title III requirements
• No additional state accessibility laws for websites
• Southern District of Indiana (Indianapolis) handles most cases
• Manufacturing sector websites increasingly targeted

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

Notable Indiana ADA Website Cases

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

Indiana ADA Website Compliance Checklist

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

• Images have alt text
• Forms include labels
• Color contrast meets standards
• Keyboard navigation functional
• Focus indicators visible
• Multimedia captioned
• Heading structure correct
• Links descriptive
• Errors accessible
• Page titles descriptive

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