Tennessee Website Accessibility Lawsuits

Industries Most Targeted in Tennessee

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

• Healthcare & Medical Services (27% of cases)
• Entertainment & Music (21% of cases)
• Restaurant, Food & Beverages (19% of cases)
• Lifestyle, Fashion & Apparel (18% of cases)
• Hospitality & Tourism (10% of cases)

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

Tennessee-Specific ADA Regulations & Legal Landscape

• Tennessee follows federal ADA Title III requirements
• No additional state-level web accessibility laws
• Nashville and Memphis growth driving increased filings
• Middle and Western Districts handle accessibility cases

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

Notable Tennessee ADA Website Cases

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

Tennessee ADA Website Compliance Checklist

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

• All images have alt text
• Forms include labels
• Color contrast adequate
• Keyboard navigation works
• Focus states visible
• Videos captioned
• Headings structured
• Links descriptive
• Errors announced
• Skip navigation provided

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