Virginia Website Accessibility Lawsuits

Industries Most Targeted in Virginia

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

• Technology & Software (29% of cases)
• Government Contractors (21% of cases)
• Healthcare & Medical Services (19% of cases)
• Financial Services (15% of cases)
• Professional Services (9% of cases)

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

Virginia-Specific ADA Regulations & Legal Landscape

• Virginia follows federal ADA requirements
• Government contractors face additional accessibility requirements
• Eastern District of Virginia (Alexandria) is a major filing venue
• Technology corridor companies increasingly targeted

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

Notable Virginia ADA Website Cases

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

Virginia ADA Website Compliance Checklist

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

• Images have descriptive alt text
• Forms are properly labeled
• Color contrast meets standards
• Full keyboard access available
• Focus indicators are visible
• Multimedia is captioned
• Heading hierarchy is correct
• Links describe their purpose
• Error handling is accessible
• ARIA roles are correct

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