Establishes the "Act Against Abusive Website Access Litigation" to address litigation alleging disability access violations.
The bill establishes the "Act Against Abusive Website Access Litigation" to address litigation alleging disability access violations. It creates a rebuttable presumption that litigation is not abusive if the defendant took corrective measures within ninety days. The attorney general can intervene in cases and issue guidance on abusive litigation. If litigation is deemed abusive, the court can award attorney's fees, costs, and punitive damages. The act expires if the federal Department of Justice issues standards on website accessibility under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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