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Lawsuit alleging Panama Jack's website is not accessible to those who are blind or visually impaired, violating the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Plaintiff
Erika Alexandria
Defendant
Panama Jack International, Inc.
Date Filed
July 6, 2023
Date Resolved
October 8, 2023
Jurisdiction
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York
Case Number
1:23-cv-04811
WCAG Level
Level AAErika Alexandria filed a lawsuit against Panama Jack International, Inc., claiming that the company's website is not accessible to those who are blind or visually impaired, a violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The case was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York and settled in October 2023, approximately three months after filing. The settlement likely required Panama Jack to make its website accessible and compatible with assistive technologies used by blind and visually impaired individuals. This case is part of the ongoing pattern of website accessibility litigation targeting retail and consumer product companies. Fashion and lifestyle brands are increasingly facing accessibility claims as e-commerce becomes the primary sales channel.
This case reinforces that fashion and lifestyle brands must ensure their e-commerce platforms are accessible. As online shopping becomes the primary sales channel, accessibility compliance is essential for legal protection and market reach.
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