First Quarter 2014

Court Ruling May Increase Lawsuits From ADA “Testers”

Association of Corporate Counsel North Florida Chapter Newsletter
Christine Fuqua Gay

The Houston v. Marod Supermarkets, Inc. decision makes it much easier for ADA "testers" to file a multiplicity of lawsuits across the Eleventh Circuit, while hindering quick case dismissals for a lack of standing. As a result, we can expect to see increased, prolonged Title III litigation against restaurants and hotels, and potentially increased settlement value of these claims.

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