Utah Website Accessibility Lawsuits

Industries Most Targeted in Utah

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

• Technology & SaaS (34% of cases)
• Healthcare & Medical Services (22% of cases)
• Outdoor Recreation & Tourism (18% of cases)
• Financial Services & Fintech (15% of cases)
• E-commerce & Retail (9% of cases)

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

Utah-Specific ADA Regulations & Legal Landscape

• Utah follows federal ADA Title III requirements
• Utah Antidiscrimination Act provides additional protections
• Silicon Slopes tech hub faces increased accessibility scrutiny
• District of Utah handles federal accessibility filings

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

Notable Utah ADA Website Cases

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

Utah ADA Website Compliance Checklist

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

• All images include meaningful alt text
• Form labels are visible and properly associated
• Color contrast meets WCAG 2.1 AA minimum ratios
• Full keyboard accessibility across entire platform
• Interactive elements have visible focus states
• Data visualizations have text alternatives
• Heading structure follows logical hierarchy
• Links are descriptive and distinct
• Error handling is accessible and clear
• Dynamic content updates are announced

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