ADA WEBSITE ACCESSIBILITY LAWSUITS NOVEMBER 2024 REPORT
ADA website related lawsuits filed in November 2024
ADA website lawsuits filed against websites using Shopify
Lawsuits filed against accessibility widget installed
Summary
In November 2024, ADA website lawsuits remained a pressing concern, with a total of 278 cases filed across the United States. This reflects a continued emphasis on holding websites accountable for accessibility compliance to ensure inclusivity for individuals with disabilities.
State-wise Breakdown New York led the nation with 142 lawsuits, maintaining its position as the state with the highest volume of cases. Florida followed with 65 lawsuits, while California recorded 40. The remaining 31 cases were distributed across other states, signifying the nationwide scope of accessibility concerns.
Platform-specific Lawsuits Websites using Shopify accounted for 85 lawsuits in November 2024, demonstrating the platform’s vulnerability in ADA-related cases.
Widget-related Lawsuits A notable 18.71% of lawsuits were filed against websites utilizing accessibility widgets. This percentage highlights the ongoing challenges of relying solely on widgets for compliance, as these tools often fall short of meeting accessibility standards.
Legal Trends The top 10 law firms were responsible for 75.90% of all lawsuits filed, emphasizing the dominance of a few legal entities in driving ADA compliance litigation.
Industry Spotlight The Lifestyle, Fashion, Clothing & Apparel industry faced the highest impact, with 117 lawsuits filed, representing 42.09% of the total cases in November 2024. This trend points to a significant focus on sectors with high consumer interaction.
Total Federal and State Court ADA Website Lawsuit for November 2024
Number of ADA website lawsuits filed in November: New York 142, California 40, Florida 65, Other States 31.
20 Plaintiffs Filed Over 52% ADA Lawsuits in November 2024
| Sr. No: | Plaintiff Name | Plaintiff Firm Name | Number of Cases in November | Percentage | Jan to Nov |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Edery Herrera | Gottlieb & Associates | 13 | 4.68% | 40 |
| 2 | Oscar Herrera | Roderick V. Hannah, Esq., P.A. | 10 | 3.60% | 60 |
| 3 | Emanuel Delacruz | Gottlieb & Associates | 10 | 3.60% | 26 |
| 4 | Lunique Agostini | Gabriel A. Levy, P.C. | 9 | 3.24% | 21 |
| 5 | Nicholas Pagan | Alberto R. Leal, Esq., P.A. | 9 | 3.24% | 14 |
| 6 | Julie Dalton | Throndset Michenfelder Law Office, LLC | 8 | 2.88% | 70 |
| 7 | Denise Crumwell | Gottlieb & Associates | 8 | 2.88% | 10 |
| 8 | Jennifer Carbine | Manning Law, APC | 7 | 2.52% | 45 |
| 9 | Amanie Riley | Mars Khaimov Law, PLLC | 7 | 2.52% | 29 |
| 10 | Carlton Knowles | Gottlieb & Associates | 7 | 2.52% | 28 |
| 11 | Braulio Thorne | Gottlieb & Associates | 7 | 2.52% | 20 |
| 12 | Felipe Fernandez | Stein Saks, PLLC | 6 | 2.16% | 25 |
| 13 | Perla Mageno | Manning Law, APC | 6 | 2.16% | 22 |
| 14 | Yelitza Picon | Gabriel A. Levy, P.C. | 6 | 2.16% | 17 |
| 15 | Dennis Sumlin | Asher Cohen PLLC | 6 | 2.16% | 14 |
| 16 | Clay Lee Jones | Stein Saks, PLLC | 6 | 2.16% | 8 |
| 17 | Michael Sandoval | Manning Law, APC | 6 | 2.16% | 7 |
| 18 | Timothy Hernandez | Stein Saks, PLLC | 5 | 1.80% | 41 |
| 19 | Windy Lucius | J. Courtney Cunningham, PLLC | 5 | 1.80% | 29 |
| 20 | Jonathan Drummond | Aleksandra Kravets, Esq. P.A. | 5 | 1.80% | 28 |
| 20 Plaintiffs Filed 52.52% ADA Lawsuits in November-2024 | 146 | 52.52% | 554 | ||
| 55 Plaintiffs Collectively Filed 47.48% ADA Lawsuits in November-2024 | 132 | 47.48% | 2,286 | ||
| 75 Plaintiffs Filed 278 Website ADA Lawsuits in November-2024 | 278 | 100% | 2,840 | ||
Key Summary Points:
- In October, the top 15 plaintiffs contributed 53.79% of lawsuits; in November, the top 20 plaintiffs contributed a slightly lower 52.52%, indicating a more even distribution of filings among other plaintiffs.
- With 100 total lawsuits, Victor Ariza remains the top plaintiff for ADA website lawsuits in 2024, although his filings in November dropped to 4 from 8 in October.
- Filing 4 lawsuits in November, Nelson Fernandez now has a total of 86 lawsuits, solidifying his position as the second-highest filer for 2024.
- 55 other plaintiffs collectively filed 132 ADA lawsuits in Novmeber 2024.
Top 5 Plaintiffs
Lawsuits: 51
Percentage: 18.35%
Top 10 Plaintiffs
Lawsuits: 88
Percentage: 31.65%
Top 20 Plaintiffs
Lawsuits: 146
Percentage: 52.52%
Top 50 Plaintiffs
Lawsuits: 248
Percentage: 89.21%
10 Law Firms Filed Over 75% of ADA Lawsuits in November 2024
| Sr. No: | Plaintiff Firm Name | Number of Cases in November | Percentage | Year to Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gottlieb & Associates | 54 | 19.42% | 362 |
| 2 | Manning Law, APC | 30 | 10.79% | 216 |
| 3 | Stein Saks, PLLC | 25 | 8.99% | 374 |
| 4 | Roderick V. Hannah, Esq., P.A. | 20 | 7.19% | 279 |
| 5 | Gabriel A. Levy, P.C. | 20 | 7.19% | 233 |
| 6 | Horowitz Law, PLLC | 15 | 5.40% | 63 |
| 7 | Aleksandra Kravets, Esq. P.A. | 15 | 5.40% | 45 |
| 8 | Asher Cohen PLLC | 12 | 4.32% | 37 |
| 9 | Joseph & Norinsberg, LLC | 11 | 3.96% | 130 |
| 10 | Mars Khaimov Law, PLLC | 9 | 3.24% | 186 |
| 10 Law Firms Filed 75.90% ADA Lawsuits in November-2024 | 211 | 75.90% | 1,925 | |
| 16 Law Firms Filed 24.10% ADA Lawsuits in November-2024 | 67 | 24.10% | 915 | |
| 26 Law Firms Collectively Filed 278 Lawsuits in November-2024 | 278 | 100% | 2,840 | |
Key Summary Points:
Dominant Law Firms
- 10 law firms filed 75.90% (211 lawsuits) of all ADA website lawsuits in November 2024.
- 16 law firms collectively contributed to the remaining 24.10% (67 lawsuits).
- Total lawsuits filed by 26 law firms: 278 lawsuits.
Top Contributors
- Gottlieb & Associates filed the highest number of lawsuits (54), accounting for 19.42%.
- Manning Law, APC followed with 30 lawsuits (10.79%).
- Stein Saks, PLLC filed 25 lawsuits (8.99%).
Year-to-Date Totals
- Stein Saks, PLLC: 374 lawsuits (leading all firms in the year-to-date total).
- Gottlieb & Associates: 362 lawsuits.
- Roderick V. Hannah, Esq., P.A.: 279 lawsuits.
Top 5 plaintiff Firms
Lawsuits: 149
Percentage: 53.60%
Top 10 plaintiff Firms
Lawsuits: 211
Percentage: 75.90%
Top 15 plaintiff Firms
Lawsuits: 250
Percentage: 89.93%
Industries Affected by Website Accessibility Lawsuits in November 2024
| Sr. No: | Industry Category | Number of Cases in November | Percentage | Year to Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lifestyle, Fashion, Clothing & Apparel | 117 | 42.09% | 1029 |
| 2 | Restaurant, Food, Drinks & Beverages | 64 | 23.02% | 659 |
| 3 | Medical & Health | 19 | 6.83% | 131 |
| 4 | Beauty, Skin & Body Care | 17 | 6.12% | 204 |
| 5 | Furniture, Lighting, Home Decor & Kitchen Accessories | 12 | 4.32% | 138 |
| 6 | Travel, Hotels & Hospitality | 8 | 2.88% | 56 |
| 7 | Entertainment, Musical Instruments & Accessories | 7 | 2.52% | 94 |
| 8 | Fitness & Sports Accessories | 7 | 2.52% | 63 |
| 9 | Financial & Business Services | 6 | 2.16% | 30 |
| 10 | Computer, Mobile & Electronic Accessories | 5 | 1.80% | 52 |
| 10 Industries Faced 94.24% of Lawsuits in November-2024 | 262 | 94.24% | 2,456 | |
| 6 Industries Faced 5.76% of Lawsuits in November-2024 | 16 | 5.76% | 384 | |
| Total ADA Website Lawsuits by Industry in November-2024 | 278 | 100% | 2,840 | |
Key Summary Points:
- The Lifestyle, Fashion, Clothing & Apparel sector remained the hardest hit, with 117 lawsuits (42.09%).
- Restaurant, Food, Drinks & Beverages followed with 64 lawsuits (23.02%).
- Medical & Health and Beauty, Skin & Body Care faced 19 lawsuits (6.83%) and 17 lawsuits (6.12%), respectively.
ADA Lawsuits Filed By Web Platforms in November 2024
Many business owners use different website platforms to manage their online presence. While these platforms provide tools to support website accessibility, some businesses still encounter ADA-related lawsuits due to insufficient attention to accessibility requirements during website development.
It is essential for website owners to understand their responsibility in ensuring ADA compliance and accessibility for all users. Although accessibility tools are available, the effective use of these features ultimately lies with the website owners.
Shopify
A user-friendly e-commerce solution designed to simplify the process of setting up and managing online stores.
Lawsuits: 85
Percentage: 30.58%
WordPress
A versatile content management system that offers extensive customization options and a wide array of plugins.
Lawsuits: 56
Percentage: 20.14%
Salesforce Commerce Cloud
A cloud-based solution designed for handling complex and large-scale e-commerce needs efficiently.
Lawsuits: 12
Percentage: 4.32%
Magento
An expandable, open-source e-commerce solution offering advanced customization options.
Lawsuits: 9
Percentage: 3.24%
Other Custom Coded Websites
Bespoke websites tailored with unique designs and features to meet the specific needs of businesses.
Lawsuits: 116
Percentage: 41.73%
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