24 Sep 2020 | Accessibility Bulletin
Our weekly roundup of the media’s key articles on the topic of digital accessibility.
US | Marketing Accessibility Based on Human Life Experiences
Learn why inclusive web design trumps AI-based accessibility remediation solutions and the importance of marketing with people – not sales – in mind.
https://www.searchenginejournal.com/marketing-accessibility-based-on-human-life-experiences/381605/
US | RadioShack Sued for Alleged ADA Website Accessibility Violation
According to the Southern District of Florida submission, the plaintiff qualifies as an individual with disabilities pursuant to the ADA. Because of her blindness, she is “unable to fully engage in and enjoy the major life activity of seeing,”
https://lawstreetmedia.com/tech/radioshack-sued-for-ada-website-accessibility-violation/
UK | 23 Sept. 2020 The deadline for UK public sector organisations
Yesterday was the day by when all public sector organisations in the UK had to have an accessible website as a result of legislation based on the European Union Directive 2016/2102/EU.
Any Public Sector Manager or website owner can request a free accessibility audit from us – email sales@Sitemorse.com
US | Book onto the Gallagher / Wilson Elser ADA Compliance Session
Despite best efforts, over 94% of websites fail to meet web accessibility, often resulting in unintentional discrimination against those with disabilities and exposing your website to threats of legal aggression. A Free Webinar Series From Gallagher, Join as national law firm, Wilson Elser, leads a legal panel created by AAAtraq®, leaders in compliance identification and management services, to raise web compliance under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
- Oct 8 9:15am–10:00am PST https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4436378095098761231
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