New York Website Accessibility Lawsuits

Industries Most Targeted in New York

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

• Lifestyle, Fashion & Apparel (35% of all cases)
• Restaurant, Food & Beverages (18% of cases)
• Health & Beauty (12% of cases)
• Home & Garden Retail (8% of cases)
• Healthcare & Medical Services (7% of cases)

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

New York-Specific ADA Regulations & Legal Landscape

• New York State Human Rights Law (NYSHRL) extends ADA protections
• New York City Human Rights Law (NYCHRL) applies to businesses with 4+ employees
• Southern District of New York has highest federal filing rate in the country
• State courts increasingly accepting website accessibility claims

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

Notable New York ADA Website Cases

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

New York ADA Website Compliance Checklist

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

• All images have descriptive alt text
• Forms include visible, persistent labels
• Color contrast meets WCAG 2.1 AA standards (4.5:1 minimum)
• Website is fully keyboard navigable
• All interactive elements have visible focus states
• Videos include captions and transcripts
• PDFs and documents are tagged and accessible
• Error messages are clear and announced to screen readers
• ARIA landmarks identify page regions
• Heading hierarchy is logical (H1 → H2 → H3)

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