ADA WEBSITE ACCESSIBILITY LAWSUITS APRIL 2024 REPORT
ADA website lawsuits filed in April 2024
ADA website lawsuits filed against websites using Shopify
20.69%
Lawsuits filed against accessibility widget installed
Summary
This April 2024 report underscores a slight decline in ADA website litigation and highlights ongoing trends in targeted industries and the dominance of a few key plaintiffs and law firms.
Overall, there was a notable decrease in ADA website lawsuits, with 232 cases filed—a reduction of 47 lawsuits (16.85%) compared to March’s 279. Among these, a significant number of lawsuits (71) were filed against websites using the Shopify platform, and 20.69% of the lawsuits targeted sites with accessibility widgets installed.
Geographically, New York led with 101 lawsuits, followed by Florida with 47, California with 37, Pennsylvania with 24, and other states hit with 23 cases. Over 60% of the total lawsuits were filed by just 14 plaintiffs, with plaintiff Jessica Karim from Gabriel A. Levy, P.C., filing the highest number of lawsuits at 25. The primary industries targeted were Lifestyle, Fashion, Clothing & Apparel, with 94 cases, and Restaurant, Food, Drinks & Beverages, with 54 cases.
Total Federal and State Court ADA Website Lawsuit for April 2024
Number of ADA website lawsuits filed in April: New York 101, California 37, Florida 47, Pennsylvania 24, Other States 23.
14 Plaintiffs Filed Over 60% ADA Lawsuits in April 2024
| Number | Plaintiff Name | Plaintiff Firm Name | Number of Cases | Percentage | Jan to Apr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jessica Karim | Gabriel A. Levy, P.C. | 25 | 10.78% | 51 |
| 2 | Derrick Anderson | Mars Khaimov Law, PLLC | 13 | 5.60% | 36 |
| 3 | Nelson Fernandez | Roderick V. Hannah, Esq., P.A. | 11 | 4.74% | 34 |
| 4 | Sanjay Sookul | Mars Khaimov Law, PLLC | 11 | 4.74% | 32 |
| 5 | Oscar Herrera | Roderick V. Hannah, Esq., P.A. | 11 | 4.74% | 17 |
| 6 | Silvia Martinez | Stein Saks, PLLC | 10 | 4.31% | 21 |
| 7 | Alejandro Espinoza | Mendez Law Offices, PLLC | 9 | 3.88% | 24 |
| 8 | Julie Dalton | Throndset Michenfelder Law Office, LLC | 9 | 3.88% | 17 |
| 9 | Charity Danso | Stein Saks, PLLC | 8 | 3.45% | 9 |
| 10 | Victor Ariza | Roderick V. Hannah, Esq., P.A. | 7 | 3.02% | 35 |
| 11 | Cesar Cotto | Manning Law, APC | 7 | 3.02% | 27 |
| 12 | Biglang-Awa Castro Sheila | Manning Law, APC | 7 | 3.02% | 14 |
| 13 | Eslimerari Ramos | Stein Saks, PLLC | 6 | 2.59% | 15 |
| 14 | Donna Hedges | Gottlieb & Associates | 6 | 2.59% | 6 |
| 14 Plaintiffs Filed 60.34% ADA Lawsuits in April 2024 | 140 | 60.34% | 338 | ||
| 52 Plaintiffis Collectively Filed 39.66% ADA Lawsuits in April 20 | 92 | 39.66% | 659 | ||
| 66 Plaintiffs Filed 232 Website ADA Lawsuits in Apirl 2024 | 232 | 100% | 997 | ||
Key Summary Points:
- The top 14 plaintiffs are responsible for 60.34% of ADA website lawsuits in April 2024.
- Plaintiff Jessica Karim from Gabriel A. Levy, P.C., tops the list with 25 lawsuits, comprising 10.78% of the total, filed in April. This marks the highest number of lawsuits filed in a single month this year.
- Ali Colak, represented by Stein Saks, PLLC, maintained consistent activity throughout the first quarter of the year but filed no lawsuits in April. He has filed a total of 40 lawsuits this year.
- In April 2024, a total of 66 plaintiffs collectively filed 232 website ADA lawsuits.
Top 5 Plaintiffs
Lawsuits: 71
Percentage: 30.60
Top 10 Plaintiffs
Lawsuits: 114
Percentage: 49.14%
Top 20 Plaintiffs
Lawsuits: 166
Percentage: 71.55%
Top 50 Plaintiffs
Lawsuits: 211
Percentage: 90.95%
11 Law Firms Filed Over 91% of ADA Lawsuits in April 2024
| Number | Plaintiff Firm Name | Number of Cases | Percentage | Jan to Apr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stein Saks, PLLC | 36 | 15.52% | 155 |
| 2 | Gabriel A. Levy, P.C. | 33 | 14.22% | 72 |
| 3 | Roderick V. Hannah, Esq., P.A. | 30 | 12.93% | 93 |
| 4 | Mars Khaimov Law, PLLC | 27 | 11.64% | 143 |
| 5 | Manning Law, APC | 23 | 9.91% | 98 |
| 6 | NYE Stirling, Hale & Miller, LLP | 21 | 9.05% | 52 |
| 7 | Mendez Law Offices, PLLC | 11 | 4.74% | 45 |
| 8 | Throndset Michenfelder Law Office, LLC | 10 | 4.31% | 30 |
| 9 | Gottlieb & Associates | 9 | 3.88% | 81 |
| 10 | Pacific Trial Attorneys, APC | 7 | 3.02% | 61 |
| 11 | Beverly Hills Trial Attorneys, P.C | 5 | 2.16% | 20 |
| 11 Law Firms Filed 91.38% of Lawsuits in April 2024 | 212 | 91.38% | 805 | |
| 9 Law Firms Filed 8.62% ADA Lawsuits in April 2024 | 23 | 8.62% | 147 | |
| 20 Law Frims Collectively Filed 232 Lawsuits in April 2024 | 232 | 100% | 997 | |
Key Summary Points:
- In April 2024, the top five law firms collectively filed 149 ADA website lawsuits, which represent 64.22% of all such lawsuits filed that month.
- Stein Saks, PLLC, leads with 36 lawsuits, accounting for 15.52% of the total filed in April. They have filed 155 ADA website lawsuits this year, the highest number recorded so far.
- Gabriel A. Levy, P.C., filed 33 website ADA lawsuits in April, representing 14.22% of the total. This number is their highest for the year so far.
- Overall, 20 firms collectively filed 232 website ADA lawsuits in April 2024.
Top 5 plaintiff Firms
Lawsuits: 149
Percentage: 64.22%
Top 10 plaintiff Firms
Lawsuits: 207
Percentage: 89.22%
Top 15 plaintiff Firms
Lawsuits: 225
Percentage: 96.98%
Industries Affected by Website Accessibility Lawsuits in April 2024
| Number | Industry Category | Number of Cases | Percentage | Jan to Apr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lifestyle, Fashion, Clothing & Apparel | 94 | 40.52% | 308 |
| 2 | Restaurant, Food, Drinks & Beverages | 54 | 23.28% | 253 |
| 3 | Beauty, Skin & Body Care | 20 | 8.62% | 67 |
| 4 | Furniture, Ligthing, Home Decor & Kitchen Accessories | 11 | 4.74% | 56 |
| 5 | Entertainment, Musical Instruments & Accessories | 9 | 3.88% | 35 |
| 6 | Medical & Health | 6 | 2.59% | 37 |
| 7 | Home, Kitchen Appliances & Accessories | 6 | 2.59% | 18 |
| 8 | Travel, Hotels & Hospitality | 5 | 2.16% | 25 |
| 9 | Fitness & Sports Accessories | 5 | 2.16% | 56 |
| 10 | Computer, Mobile & Electronic Accessories | 4 | 1.72% | 15 |
| 10 Industries Faced 92.24% of lawsuits in April 2024 | 214 | 92.24% | 870 | |
| 11 Industries Faced 7.76% of lawsuits in April 2024 | 18 | 7.76% | 127 | |
| Total ADA Website Lawsuits by Industry in April 2024 | 232 | 100% | 997 | |
ADA Lawsuits Filed By Web Platforms in April 2024
The primary responsibility for ADA compliance rests with the owners or operators of websites, who are required to ensure their sites are accessible to individuals with disabilities, regardless of the platform used.
It is important to understand that the filing of lawsuits does not automatically indicate that the platforms are inaccessible or non-compliant. Instead, these legal actions often arise from how businesses manage and maintain their websites across various platforms.
Shopify
A user-friendly e-commerce solution designed to simplify the process of setting up and managing online stores.
Lawsuits: 71
Percentage: 30.60%
WordPress
A versatile content management system that offers extensive customization options and a wide array of plugins.
Lawsuits: 36
Percentage: 15.52%
Salesforce Commerce Cloud
A cloud-based solution designed for handling complex and large-scale e-commerce needs efficiently.
Lawsuits: 25
Percentage: 10.78%
Magento
An expandable, open-source e-commerce solution offering advanced customization options.
Lawsuits: 11
Percentage: 4.74%
Other Custom Coded Websites
Bespoke websites tailored with unique designs and features to meet the specific needs of businesses.
Lawsuits: 89
Percentage: 38.36%
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