Kris Rivenburgh, a seasoned attorney and founder of Accessible.org, recently expressed his admiration for EcomBack’s thorough mid-year report on ADA website lawsuits, choosing to highlight its findings on his YouTube channel, The ADA Book, earlier this month.
The recent report reveals a 37% increase in ADA website lawsuits during the first half of 2025, highlighting a nationwide issue. It’s important to note that for every complaint filed, there are around 7 to 10 demand letters sent, indicating a more significant problem than the numbers suggest.
This surge in litigation is not confined to the historically high-incident states of California, New York, and Florida. Instead, it is extending into areas such as Illinois and Missouri, both of which are experiencing increases in such lawsuits– 237 and 84, respectively. Additionally, new plaintiff attorneys are entering the arena, contributing to the growing landscape of ADA litigation.
Businesses Continue to Make Frequent Accessibility Mistakes
Common accessibility issues identified in the lawsuits include a lack of alt text for images, inaccessible forms that hinder user interaction, and failures in keyboard navigation that prevent users with disabilities from fully accessing website content.
To address these challenges and mitigate potential legal risks, EcomBack recommends taking proactive measures such as conducting an audit as well as regular user testing with individuals who have disabilities. To support businesses, we offer free audits to help websites assess their current accessibility status and make necessary improvements.
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