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Who Enforces ADA Web Compliance
ADA web compliance is not optional. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a law that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities. The ADA covers many areas of life, including the internet. However, not all websites are ADA web compliant, and enforcing those laws can be difficult. But who enforces ADA web compliance, and what […]
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What You Need to Know About ADA Web Accessibility Lawsuits
In today’s digital age, having an accessible website is more important than ever. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires businesses to provide equal access to goods and services, including online content. Failure to comply with these regulations can impact your brand and result in costly lawsuits. Whether you’re just at the beginning of the […]
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What is Color Contrast and How Does it Affect Your Web Accessibility?
Color can be a tricky subject for an online business. It’s not just about how they look or your brand. Your color choices, and the relationships between them, can impact the user’s experience. For example, suppose your website’s colors don’t have enough contrast. As a result, portions of your site may be hard to read […]
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Debunking Common Web Accessibility Myths
“Web accessibility is too expensive.“ “There’s no real business value to making my website accessible.“ These are just a few of the concerns we hear when talking to organizations about web accessibility for the first time. And while it’s easy enough to poke holes in each one, it’s worth mentioning these myths are one of […]
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Retail is the Prime Target for ADA Web Accessibility Lawsuits
Today, almost everyone is shopping online. Consumers expect the ability to browse, compare and shop from any device rapidly. However, as more consumers shift to online shopping, retailers face increasing legal challenges for failing to meet minimum standards for ADA web accessibility. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that all public-facing digital content be […]
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Web Accessibility and Search Engine Optimization: a Powerful Combination
On-page search engine optimization (SEO) and web accessibility are two crucial components of a successful website. But what many people don’t realize is that web accessibility and SEO have a lot more in common than you might think. Both aim to make websites more usable and understandable, whether for human users or search engines. By […]
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ADA Web Compliance: The Key to Setting Up Your New Business for Success
As a new business owner, you want to set your company up for success from day one. You want to build a strong reputation, increase sales, and reach a broader audience. While there are many things to consider when opening up a new business, have you considered the importance of ADA web compliance in achieving […]
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Why AI & Overlay Widgets Fail ADA Website Compliance
As the digital world continues to evolve, many businesses are turning to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and overlay widgets to make their websites accessible. While these technologies are marketed as solutions to make websites ADA compliant, they often fail to deliver on that promise. In fact, they often make websites less accessible for those with disabilities. […]
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Web Accessibility & the Disabled Access Tax Credit: Who Qualifies, and Key Stipulations
“Tax season” and “good news” don’t naturally go together. However, there is good news for small businesses that have already invested in web accessibility: the Disabled Access Credit. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) offers a tax credit through form 8826 to help recoup some of the cost of making your website more accessible to individuals […]
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Are Web Accessibility Testing Tools Enough to Ensure Compliance
As the internet continues to grow and evolve, the importance of website accessibility becomes ever more crucial. A website’s accessibility is not just a matter of convenience but a matter of civil rights as well. This is why website accessibility checkers have become a popular tool for many web designers and developers. They help identify […]
