Maine Website Accessibility Lawsuits

Industries Most Targeted in Maine

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

• Tourism & Hospitality (32% of cases)
• Healthcare & Medical Services (26% of cases)
• Retail & E-commerce (18% of cases)
• Restaurant, Food & Beverages (14% of cases)
• Maritime & Fishing Industries (10% of cases)

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

Maine-Specific ADA Regulations & Legal Landscape

• Maine follows federal ADA Title III requirements
• Maine Human Rights Act provides comprehensive state protections
• Tourism season concentration creates accessibility compliance urgency
• District of Maine handling increased accessibility filings
• Healthcare accessibility critical for aging population

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

Notable Maine ADA Website Cases

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

Maine ADA Website Compliance Checklist

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

• All images include descriptive alt text
• Forms have visible, properly associated labels
• Color contrast meets WCAG standards
• Keyboard navigation works across site
• Focus indicators are clearly visible
• Video content includes captions
• Heading hierarchy follows logical structure
• Links describe their destination
• Error messages are accessible
• Booking widgets are fully keyboard operable

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