New Jersey Website Accessibility Lawsuits

Industries Most Targeted in New Jersey

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

• Lifestyle, Fashion & Apparel (32% of cases)
• Healthcare & Medical Services (21% of cases)
• Restaurant, Food & Beverages (17% of cases)
• Financial Services (14% of cases)
• Education & Training (8% of cases)

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

New Jersey-Specific ADA Regulations & Legal Landscape

• New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD) extends ADA protections
• State law covers employers with 1+ employees
• District of New Jersey has seen significant growth in accessibility filings
• Strong state-level enforcement mechanisms available

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

Notable New Jersey ADA Website Cases

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

New Jersey ADA Website Compliance Checklist

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

• Images include appropriate alt text
• Forms have visible, associated labels
• Color contrast meets minimum requirements
• Keyboard navigation works throughout
• Focus indicators are visible
• Multimedia includes captions/transcripts
• Heading hierarchy is correct
• Link text is descriptive
• Error handling is accessible
• ARIA is 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