Minnesota Website Accessibility Lawsuits

Industries Most Targeted in Minnesota

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

• Healthcare & Medical Services (28% of cases)
• Retail & E-commerce (24% of cases)
• Financial Services (19% of cases)
• Technology & Software (15% of cases)
• Manufacturing (9% of cases)

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

Minnesota-Specific ADA Regulations & Legal Landscape

• Minnesota Human Rights Act extends ADA protections
• State law applies to businesses serving the public
• District of Minnesota handling growing accessibility cases
• Corporate headquarters concentration increases targeting

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

Notable Minnesota ADA Website Cases

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

Minnesota ADA Website Compliance Checklist

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

• All images include alt text
• Forms have visible labels
• Color contrast sufficient
• Keyboard navigation complete
• Focus states present
• Videos are captioned
• Headings properly structured
• Links are descriptive
• Errors clearly communicated
• ARIA usage appropriate

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