ADA Website Accessibility Lawsuits March 2026 Report
ADA website lawsuits
filed in March 2026
ADA website lawsuits filed against Shopify websites
Lawsuits against websites with accessibility widgets
ADA website accessibility lawsuits continued at elevated levels across the United States in March 2026, with 373 filings recorded during the month – an average of 12 new cases filed per day
State-wise Breakdown
ADA website lawsuits were filed across multiple states, with Illinois leading overall, followed by California, New York, and Florida. Additional activity was reported in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Indiana, reflecting continued concentration in key jurisdictions alongside broader nationwide enforcement trends.
Plaintiff and Law Firms
A small group of 22 plaintiffs filed over 50% of ADA website lawsuits in March 2026. Similarly, a limited group of 10 law firms handled over 86% of all filings, signalling the high concentration of ADA website litigation among a small group of plaintiff and law firms.
Industry Spotlight
The Restaurant, Food, Drinks & Beverages sector faced the highest number of lawsuits, with 113 cases, followed by Lifestyle, Fashion, Clothing & Apparel with 95 cases, maintaining their positions as the most targeted industries.
Platform-specific Lawsuits
Most ADA website lawsuits targeted Shopify, followed by custom-coded websites and WordPress. Other platforms, including Salesforce Commerce Cloud, BigCommerce, and Squarespace, saw comparatively fewer filings.
Widget-related Lawsuits
A notable 23.32% of lawsuits (87 cases) targeted websites relying on accessibility widgets, indicating ongoing concerns regarding the effectiveness of such tools in meeting legal accessibility standards.
Total Federal and State Court ADA Website Lawsuit for March 2026
State-wise Breakdown of 373 ADA Website Lawsuits
Chart description for Total Federal and State Court ADA Website Lawsuit for March 2026
373 of ADA website lawsuits filed in March 2026: Illinois 84, California 63, Florida 47, New York 46, Minnesota 29, Winconsin 9, Other States 38 lawsuits.
- Illinois continued to lead all states in March 2026 with 112 ADA website lawsuits, showing a decline from 84 lawsuits in February but still maintaining its position as the most active state for filings.
- California ranked second with 69 lawsuits, showing its consistent presence among the top contributors to ADA website litigation.
- New York recorded 54 lawsuits, securing the third position and continuing to show steady filing activity during the month.
- Florida followed closely with 51 lawsuits, placing fourth while remaining one of the key states driving ADA website litigation.
- Minnesota reported 24 lawsuits, slightly ahead of Wisconsin, which recorded 23 lawsuits, reflecting very similar filing volumes between the two states.
- Indiana recorded 20 lawsuits, contributing to the broader distribution of cases beyond the top-tier states.
- The remaining 20 lawsuits were filed across all other states, indicating that while the majority of cases remain concentrated in leading states, ADA website litigation continues to impact businesses nationwide.
22 Plaintiffs Filed Over 50% ADA Lawsuits in March 2026
| Plaintiff Name | Firm Name | Mar | Percentage | Jan-Feb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julie Dalton | Throndset Michenfelder, LLC | 22 | 5.90% | 45 |
| Michael Sandoval | Manning Law, APC | 17 | 4.56% | 22 |
| Jesus Torres | Manning Law, APC | 16 | 4.29% | 17 |
| Livingston Bennett | Equal Access Law Group, PLLC | 13 | 3.49% | 12 |
| Arantza Castro | Mendez Law Offices, PLLC | 9 | 2.41% | 7 |
| Alvear Enrique | Roderick V. Hannah, Esq., P.A. | 9 | 2.41% | 6 |
| Zachary Morris | Stein Saks, PLLC | 9 | 2.41% | 0 |
| Rosemarie Ramirez | Stein Saks, PLLC | 8 | 2.14% | 5 |
| Victor Lopez | Gottlieb & Associates | 8 | 2.14% | 0 |
| Perla Mageno | Manning Law, APC | 7 | 1.88% | 36 |
| Carlton Knowles | Gottlieb & Associates | 7 | 1.88% | 6 |
| Joannah Harris | AJG Law Group, PC | 7 | 1.88% | 4 |
| Nicholas Pagan | Alberto R. Leal, Esq., P.A. | 7 | 1.88% | 4 |
| Katherine Corbett | Equal Access Law Group, PLLC | 7 | 1.88% | 0 |
| Geovanni Bahena Figueroa | Stein Saks, PLLC | 6 | 1.61% | 12 |
| Constance Henry | Equal Access Law Group, PLLC | 6 | 1.61% | 2 |
| Jose Nonato | Equal Access Law Group, PLLC | 6 | 1.61% | 0 |
| Kendrick Vaughn | Equal Access Law Group, PLLC | 6 | 1.61% | 0 |
| Norma O. Gazonni | Brasil & Brasil, P.A | 5 | 1.34% | 12 |
| Howard Wilson | Stein Saks, PLLC | 5 | 1.34% | 9 |
| Kevin Orcel | Stein Saks, PLLC | 5 | 1.34% | 8 |
| Alejandro Espinoza | Mendez Law Offices, PLLC | 5 | 1.34% | 5 |
| 22 Plaintiffs Filed 50.94% ADA Lawsuits in March 2026 | 190 | 50.94% | 212 | |
| 81 Plaintiffs Collectively Filed 49.06% ADA Lawsuits in March 2026 | 183 | 49.06% | 452 | |
| 103 Plaintiffs Filed 373 Website ADA Lawsuits in March 2026 | 373 | 100% | 664 | |
Top 5 Plaintiffs
Lawsuits: 77
Percentage: 20.64%
Top 10 Plaintiffs
Lawsuits: 118
Percentage: 31.64%
Top 22 Plaintiffs
Lawsuits: 190
Percentage: 50.94%
Top 39 Plaintiffs
Lawsuits: 262
Percentage: 70.24%
Key Summary Points:
- March 2026 confirms that ADA website litigation remains repeat-filer driven, with Julie Dalton, Michael Sandoval, Jesus Torres, and Livingston Bennett showing the strongest continued activity across the quarter.
- Just 22 plaintiffs accounted for 50.94% of ADA website lawsuits in March 2026, filing 190 of the 373 total lawsuits. This shows that litigation remained highly concentrated among a small group of repeat plaintiffs.
- Julie Dalton remained the most active plaintiff in March, filing 22 lawsuits. She also led February with 28 lawsuits, after filing 16 lawsuits in January, showing consistent high-volume activity in 2026.
- Michael Sandoval showed steady growth, increasing from 10 lawsuits in January to 12 in February and 17 in March, making him the second-most active plaintiff in March.
- Jesus Torres continued a sharp upward trend, rising from 3 lawsuits in January to 14 in February and 16 in March. Reflecting consistent month-over-month growth throughout 2026.
- Livingston Bennett also demonstrated steady growth in filing activity, increasing from 4 lawsuits in January to 8 in February and 13 in March 2026, reflecting continued momentum across the early months of 2026.
- Perla Mageno declined significantly, falling from 24 lawsuits in January to 12 in February and 7 in March. Although still among the top plaintiffs, her filing volume dropped month-over-month.
- Blair Douglass, who filed 21 lawsuits in January, recorded no filings in February or March, showing that some top plaintiffs were highly active in one month but became inactive in the following months.
- Several plaintiffs became more visible in March, including Zachary Morris, Victor Lopez, Katherine Corbett, Jose Nonato, and Kendrick Vaughn, each of whom had little or no activity in January – February but appeared among the top March filers.
- The overall pattern remained consistent with January and February: ADA website lawsuits continue to be driven by a relatively small group of plaintiffs, but the names and filing volumes shifted month to month.
10 Law Firms Filed Over 86% of ADA Lawsuits in March 2026
| Plaintiff Firm Name | Mar | Percentage | Jan-Feb |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equal Access Law Group, PLLC | 111 | 29.76% | 180 |
| Manning Law, APC | 48 | 12.87% | 99 |
| Stein Saks, PLLC | 41 | 10.99% | 38 |
| Gottlieb & Associates | 28 | 7.51% | 63 |
| Throndset Michenfelder, LLC | 24 | 6.43% | 48 |
| AJG Law Group, PC | 19 | 5.09% | 26 |
| Mendez Law Offices, PLLC | 14 | 3.75% | 12 |
| Roderick V. Hannah, Esq., P.A. | 13 | 3.49% | 32 |
| Joseph & Norinsberg, LLC | 13 | 3.49% | 20 |
| Horowitz Law, PLLC | 11 | 2.95% | 7 |
| 10 Law Firms Filed 86.33% ADA Lawsuits in March 2026 | 322 | 86.33% | 525 |
| 12 Law Firms Filed 13.67% ADA Lawsuits in March 2026 | 51 | 13.67% | 139 |
| 22 Law Firms Collectively Filed 373 Lawsuits in March 2026 | 373 | 100% | 664 |
Top 5 Plaintiffs
Lawsuits: 252
Percentage: 67.56%
Top 10 plaintiff Firms
Lawsuits: 322
Percentage: 86.33%
Top 15 plaintiff Firms
Lawsuits: 357
Percentage: 95.71%
Key Summary Points:
- Law firm concentration remained exceptionally high in March 2026, with the top 10 plaintiff firms responsible for 322 of 373 ADA website lawsuits (86.33%), following a combined 525 lawsuits filed by the same firms during January and February, continuing the strong concentration trend observed throughout early 2026.
- Equal Access Law Group, PLLC remained the most active plaintiff firm in March with 111 lawsuits, following 180 combined filings in January and February, maintaining its dominant position throughout 2026.
- Manning Law, APC recorded 48 lawsuits in March, compared to 99 filings in January and February, reflecting continued high-volume activity.
- Stein Saks, PLLC filed 41 lawsuits in March, slightly exceeding its 38 combined filings during January and February, indicating growing litigation activity.
- Gottlieb & Associates reported 28 lawsuits in March, following 63 filings across January and February, showing comparatively lower activity in March.
- Throndset Michenfelder, LLC recorded 24 lawsuits in March, compared to 48 combined filings in January and February, indicating a moderate slowdown.
- AJG Law Group, PC filed 19 lawsuits in March, following 26 combined filings during January and February, continuing its steady presence among active firms.
- Mendez Law Offices, PLLC reported 14 lawsuits in March, slightly higher than its 12 combined filings in January and February, reflecting renewed activity.
- Roderick V. Hannah, Esq., P.A. filed 13 lawsuits in March, compared to 32 filings during January and February, showing reduced but continued activity.
- Joseph & Norinsberg, LLC recorded 13 lawsuits in March, following 20 combined filings in January and February, maintaining moderate litigation activity.
- Horowitz Law, PLLC entered the top 10 in March with 11 lawsuits, compared to 7 combined filings in January and February, reflecting increased activity.
Industries Affected by Website Accessibility Lawsuits in March 2026
| Industry Category | Mar | Percentage | Jan-Feb |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restaurant, Food, Drinks & Beverages | 113 | 30.29% | 221 |
| Lifestyle, Fashion, Clothing & Apparel | 95 | 25.47% | 166 |
| Medical & Health | 28 | 7.51% | 47 |
| Furniture, Lighting, Home Decor & Kitchen Accessories | 26 | 6.97% | 46 |
| Beauty, Skin & Body Care | 25 | 6.70% | 50 |
| Retail & Consumer Goods | 15 | 4.02% | 30 |
| Pet Care & Accessories | 14 | 3.75% | 14 |
| Computer, Mobile & Electronic Accessories | 11 | 2.95% | 11 |
| Home Garden & Outdoor Recreational | 8 | 2.14% | 5 |
| Toys, Games, Gifts & Flower Shops | 7 | 1.88% | 9 |
| 10 Industries Faced 91.69% of Lawsuits in March 2026 | 342 | 91.69% | 599 |
| 8 Industries Faced 8.31% of Lawsuits in March 2026 | 31 | 8.31% | 65 |
| Total ADA Website Lawsuits by Industry in March 2026 | 373 | 100% | 664 |
Key Summary Points:
- Top Industries Continued to Drive Filings: The March 2026 data shows that ADA website lawsuits remained concentrated in the same leading industries observed in January and February.
- In March, the top 10 industries accounted for 342 of 373 lawsuits, or 91.69% of all filings, compared to a combined 599 lawsuits in January–February, highlighting continued concentration across key sectors.
- Restaurant, Food, Drinks & Beverages remained the leading category with 113 lawsuits in March, continuing to account for the largest share of filings.
- Lifestyle, Fashion, Clothing & Apparel held second place with 95 lawsuits, maintaining strong and consistent filing activity.
- Other notable contributors included Medical & Health (28 lawsuits), Furniture, Lighting, Home Decor & Kitchen Accessories (26 lawsuits), and Beauty, Skin & Body Care (25 lawsuits), reflecting steady litigation across consumer-focused industries.
ADA Lawsuits Filed By Web Platforms in March 2026
Many businesses rely on website platforms to build and manage their online presence. While these platforms may provide accessibility tools and features, ADA-related lawsuits can still arise when accessibility is not properly addressed during website development.
In the end, responsibility for ADA compliance remains with the website owner. Accessibility tools can help support compliance, but their effectiveness depends on how well they are implemented, maintained, and used.
Shopify
A user-friendly e-commerce platform that helps businesses create, manage, and grow online stores with flexible tools for businesses of all sizes.
Lawsuits: 185
Percentage: 49.60%
WordPress
A versatile content management system that offers extensive customization through a wide range of plugins, themes, and built-in features.
Lawsuits: 53
Percentage: 14.21%
Salesforce Commerce Cloud
A cloud-based ecommerce platform built for large-scale businesses, offering advanced features, scalability, and enterprise-level capabilities.
Lawsuits: 15
Percentage: 4.02%
BigCommerce
A scalable e-commerce platform designed to help businesses build, manage, and grow online stores with powerful built-in features.
Lawsuits: 11
Percentage: 2.95%
squarespace
A user-friendly platform that helps businesses create and manage professional websites with built-in design tools and a polished visual experience.
Lawsuits: 9
Percentage: 2.41%
Custom Coded Websites
Custom-built websites developed to meet specific business needs, offering unique design, functionality, and a more tailored user experience.
Lawsuits: 100
Percentage: 26.81%
Hire EcomBack as Your Trusted Digital Accessibility Partner
Build a more accessible, inclusive, and compliant website with EcomBack’s expert web accessibility services. We help businesses meet ADA and WCAG requirements while creating a better online experience for all users, including people with disabilities.
Our process starts with a detailed accessibility audit to uncover compliance issues and usability barriers. We then improve your website’s content and code to create a stronger, more accessible digital experience. With ongoing monitoring and support, we help you maintain compliance, lower legal risk, and stay aligned with your long-term accessibility goals.
This report is published in accordance with our Website Content Disclaimer
Professional Standing
These affiliations underline our credibility and expertise, ensuring your website is reviewed by industry leaders in accessibility.
International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP)
Demonstrating our commitment to advancing accessibility expertise.
World Wide Web Consortium (W3C)
As part of the WCAG working group, we actively contribute to the development of global accessibility standards.
Court Approved Providers
EcomBack is a court-approved accessibility provider in a consent decree, further highlighting our recognized expertise in ensuring compliance with accessibility laws.
