April 2024
ADA Website Lawsuits Recap
232 ADA website lawsuits were filed in April 2024, a decrease of 47 (16.85%) lawsuits compared to 279 lawsuits filed in March 2024.
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.
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.
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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