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Beyoncé, Domino's Pizza, and the Web Accessibility Battlefield: What You Must Know

Beyoncé, Domino’s Pizza, and Amazon have all faced costly lawsuits for failing to meet digital accessibility requirements, and the legal landscape is only getting more intense. By the end of 2025, organizations had been hit with over 5,000 ADA‑based digital accessibility lawsuits, reflecting a continued rise fueled by a 20–37% spike in filings earlier in the year. UsableNetBlog Yahoo Finance ecomback

Experts predict even greater risk in 2026, with total filings expected to surpass 5,500 lawsuits as litigation expands into new states and public entities face heightened exposure under the updated ADA Title II compliance rules taking effect in April 2026. Accessible

In this session, Kevin breaks down what every organization must know about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). He will outline five practical, achievable steps for improving website accessibility and explain why digital accessibility lawsuits are accelerating across industries.

Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of:

Why lawsuits are rising, and who is being targeted

How to proactively reduce legal risk

How accessible design expands audience reach and strengthens brand trust

Whether you're a designer, developer, product owner, marketer, or business leader, this session will empower you to navigate the digital accessibility battlefield with confidence, and avoid being the next headline.

bio of Kevin Klos

Kevin Klos

Senior Experience Designer

Best Buy

Kevin Klos is a Senior Experience Designer at Best Buy, specializing in human‑centered design, accessibility, and intuitive digital experiences. He creates user flows, prototypes, and personalized journeys while advocating for WCAG‑aligned, inclusive design. Kevin is also an active speaker and accessibility champion — and he coaches three youth hockey teams.

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