DOJ Under ADA Title III, : 1st violation to $75,000 - subsequent violations to $150,000.
Target — $6,000,000 (Class Action) - Now Compliant
COMPLIANCE WEBSITES: Dominos Pizza - Patagonia - ACLU - Evenbrite - BMW. (AccessibilityChecker)
Carnival Corp: $405,000 total (DOJ settlement) (AccessibilityChecker)
COMPLIANT WEBSITES: Hobby Lobby - Lakers Store - Chick-fil-A - PlayStation Gear - Six Flags. (AccessibilityChecker)
Beyoncé’s Parkwood Entertainment - Estimated $10,000–$50,000 - Sued for lack of alt text and screen reader compatibility.
Fashion Nova: $5.15 million class settlement - California residents eligible for up to $4,000 each. (The Sun)
“SMALL BUSINESS SETTLEMENTS: $5,000–$20,000K (typical).” (Accessible.org)
Five Guys Burgers -Estimated $20,000–$50,000 -Lawsuit over inaccessible menus and ordering tools.
Netflix $755,000 - Settled with NAD over lack of captions for streaming content. NOW COMPLIANT
ADA COMPLIANCE - AN OUNCE OF PREVENTION WORTH A POUND OF CURE - GET THE AUDIT!!!
2024 : 4,000+ ADA digital lawsuits -- October 2025: 37% increase same period in 2024
Nike Estimated $40,000+ - Settled multiple cases over inaccessible e-commerce features. NOW COMPLIANT
CVS Pharmacy Estimated $100,000+: Faced multiple lawsuits regarding online prescription services.
Greyhound: (2023) $300,000 settlement plus $75,000 civil penalty; 15-day remediation deadline.
Domino's ordered to pay $4,000 - Domino’s appealed- the U.S. Supreme Court refused to hear the case.
October 2025: 2,000+ ADA website accessibility lawsuits were filed in H1—a 37% increase from 2024.

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CLASS ACTION LAWSUITS

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ADA Class Action Lawsuits – Website Accessibility Risks & Fines

Class action lawsuits are one of the fastest-growing legal threats for businesses with inaccessible websites. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), companies that fail to provide accessible digital services can face lawsuits from groups of plaintiffs, leading to massive settlements, fines, and long-term compliance obligations.

👉 The easiest way to avoid becoming a target is to run a Free ADA Website Audit today.

Why ADA Class Action Lawsuits Are Increasing

  • Law firms target entire industries with copy-paste lawsuits.
  • Plaintiffs often claim websites fail WCAG standards for users with disabilities.
  • Class actions can result in millions in damages, far higher than individual lawsuits.
  • Small businesses are increasingly at risk — not just Fortune 500 companies.

Examples of ADA Class Action Lawsuits

  • Target Corporation (2006) – Website inaccessible to blind customers (screen readers) – $6,000,000 + mandatory WCAG compliance
  • Netflix (2012) – Streaming content lacked closed captions – Multi-million-dollar settlement + full captioning
  • Bank of America (2014) – Online banking services inaccessible – Compensation + full WCAG 2.0 compliance
  • Nike (2017) – Online store inaccessible – Multi-million-dollar settlement + accessibility monitoring
  • Amazon (2017) – Website inaccessible to screen readers – Multi-million-dollar settlement + mandatory remediation
  • Winn-Dixie Supermarkets (2017–2021) – Website blocked blind customers from filling prescriptions online – Court-ordered compliance + fines (exact amounts not disclosed)
  • H&R Block (2014) – Website and mobile app inaccessible to screen readers – $100,000 civil penalty + WCAG compliance
  • Peapod (2014) – Grocery delivery website inaccessible to blind users – Redesign + WCAG 2.0 AA compliance

ADA Fines & Penalties

Businesses that fail to comply with ADA can face serious financial consequences:

  • Civil Penalties (per DOJ):
    • Up to $75,000 for the first violation
    • Up to $150,000 for repeat violations
  • Settlements in Class Action Lawsuits:
    • Ranges from $2 million – $6 million+, depending on company size and impact
  • Remediation Costs:
    • Redesigning inaccessible websites and apps can cost $50,000 – $500,000+
  • Attorney Fees:
    • Often covered by defendants in class action settlements
  • Reputation Damage:
    • Negative press and social media backlash can impact revenue and brand trust

Key Takeaway: Ignoring ADA compliance can cost your business millions in fines, settlements, and remediation — plus lasting damage to your brand.

Major ADA Website Lawsuits & Fines (Text Table)

CompanyYearIssueSettlement / Fine
Target Corporation2006Website inaccessible to blind customers (screen readers)$6,000,000 + mandatory WCAG compliance
Netflix2012Streaming content lacked closed captionsMulti-million-dollar settlement + full captioning
Bank of America2014Online banking services inaccessibleCompensation + full WCAG 2.0 compliance
Nike2017Online store inaccessibleMulti-million-dollar settlement + accessibility monitoring
Amazon2017Website inaccessible to screen readersMulti-million-dollar settlement + mandatory remediation
Winn-Dixie Supermarkets2017–2021Website blocked blind customers from filling prescriptions onlineCourt-ordered compliance + fines (exact amounts not disclosed)
H&R Block2014Website and mobile app inaccessible to screen readers$100,000 civil penalty + WCAG compliance
Peapod2014Grocery delivery website inaccessible to blind usersRedesign + WCAG 2.0 AA compliance

Industries Most at Risk

  • E-commerce & retail
  • Financial services
  • Healthcare & pharmacies
  • Hospitality & travel
  • Education & online learning platforms

How to Protect Your Business

Key Takeaway

ADA class action lawsuits and fines are rising. Companies of all sizes can be targeted, and settlements often reach millions of dollars. Proactive accessibility is the best way to avoid financial penalties, lawsuits, and reputational damage.

👉 Protect your business now: start a Free ADA Website Audit today.