North Carolina Website Accessibility Lawsuits

Industries Most Targeted in North Carolina

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

• Technology & Software (27% of cases)
• Healthcare & Medical Services (23% of cases)
• Lifestyle, Fashion & Apparel (20% of cases)
• Financial Services (16% of cases)
• Restaurant, Food & Beverages (9% of cases)

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

North Carolina-Specific ADA Regulations & Legal Landscape

• North Carolina follows federal ADA requirements
• No additional state accessibility laws for websites
• Research Triangle tech hub attracting increased scrutiny
• Eastern and Western Districts handle accessibility filings

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

Notable North Carolina ADA Website Cases

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

North Carolina ADA Website Compliance Checklist

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

• Images include meaningful alt text
• Forms are fully labeled and accessible
• Color contrast meets requirements
• Keyboard navigation is complete
• Focus indicators are present
• Media content includes captions
• Heading structure is logical
• Link text describes destination
• Error states are accessible
• ARIA is correctly implemented

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