Recent DOJ Settlements Show Step Up in Web Accessibility Enforcement by Biden Administration
In November and December 2021, the U.S. Department of Justice entered into settlement agreements with two private companies and one public entity addressing website accessibility, signaling increased enforcement activity in this area.
This update provides more information about the settlement agreements and DOJ's approach to website accessibility. Click here to read the full update.
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