To answer the question above, the answer is “Yes.”
No matter the business you are in or the website you run, it must abide by ADA website standards. And if your website does not abide by these standards, then you are at risk of an ADA website claim.
If you have received an ADA website claim, then you must speak with an ADA accessibility lawyer today.
Your Website Must Abide By ADA Website Standards
Every website must abide by the basic standards outlined within the Americans with Disabilities Act. The essence of these standards is as follows: those with disabilities must be able to access and make use of your website.
If your website is not accessible to disabled individuals, then it is in violation of the ADA. A website that is in violation of the ADA is a website – and, in turn, a business – that can be sued for this violation.
The Consequences Of An ADA Website Claim
A variety of consequences can come from being sued for an ADA website violation. Some of the most notable of these consequences are as follows:
-You may be ordered to pay a significant sum of money.
-You will likely be forced to make changes to your website.
-Your business’ reputation may decrease.
None of these consequences are pleasant.
Just as an example, if you are ordered to pay a significant sum of money, then
Regarding the second consequence, though, you will need to make these changes regardless of whether or not you’ve received a claim, as doing so will ensure that you do not receive a claim in the future.
Making Your Website ADA Accessible
To make your website ADA accessible, you must ensure that it meets the following criteria:
-Your website must be understandable.
-Your website must be perceivable.
-Your website must be operable
-Your website must be robust.
Regarding the first item, the contents of your website must be understandable to those with disabilities. Just as an example, the text on your site must be organized in a manner that is easy to understand.
To be perceivable, you must offer alternatives to text, audio, and video content. If you have a video, for example, then you must include a transcript or closed captioning for that video.
Regarding the third item, a disabled person who can only use a keyboard, for example, must be able to access your website and use it in an effective manner.
To be robust, your website must support assistive technologies that disabled people rely upon. By supporting these assistive technologies, a disabled individual can access your website and make use of the services you offer.
Every single one of these criteria must be met. If they are not met, then you are at risk of an ADA website accessibility lawsuit that can, and will, greatly affect your business.
Receiving an ADA website claim can and will affect your business. Speak with a New York ADA accessibility lawyer at The Samuel Law Firm and we will assist you in obtaining the best possible legal outcome regarding your claim.
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