California SB84 modifies rules for construction-related accessibility claims, requiring notice and opportunity to correct violations.

California SB84 amends the Civil Code to change the rules for construction-related accessibility claims. The bill specifies that such claims can only be initiated if the defendant has been notified of the alleged violations and has not corrected them within 120 days. It also provides that a defendant is not liable for statutory damages if the violations are corrected within 120 days of notice. Additionally, the bill outlines conditions under which certain technical violations are presumed not to cause accessibility issues, affecting the plaintiff's burden of proof.

California SB84 modifies rules for construction-related accessibility claims, requiring notice and opportunity to correct violations.

California SB84 amends the Civil Code to change the rules for construction-related accessibility claims. The bill specifies that such claims can only be initiated if the defendant has been notified of the alleged violations and has not corrected them within 120 days. It also provides that a defendant is not liable for statutory damages if the violations are corrected within 120 days of notice. Additionally, the bill outlines conditions under which certain technical violations are presumed not to cause accessibility issues, affecting the plaintiff's burden of proof.