Effective Date: 09/16/2025
Smallclaims.nyc is committed to making our website and Services accessible to all individuals, including people with disabilities. We believe in providing equal access and usability for everyone.
Our Commitment
We strive to follow applicable accessibility laws and guidelines, including:
- The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
- The Rehabilitation Act Section 508.
- The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 published by the W3C.
- The New York State Information and Communication Technology Accessibility Policy.
- The New York City Human Rights Law, which prohibits digital discrimination.
Measures We Take
To make our site accessible, we:
- Use clear headings, labels, and descriptive alt text for images.
- Maintain color contrast for text and background.
- Provide keyboard navigation support.
- Aim to make forms and PDFs accessible to screen readers.
- Regularly review and update content for compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA standards.
Ongoing Efforts
Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We regularly test our site using automated tools and assistive technologies, and we consult accessibility experts to improve usability.
Feedback & Assistance
We welcome feedback on the accessibility of our site. If you encounter any barriers or need assistance using our Services, please contact us via our contact us page.
We will respond to accessibility-related requests within a reasonable timeframe and, where possible, provide alternative means of access.
Third-Party Content
Some features or content may be provided by third-party vendors (e.g., payment processors, embedded forms, analytics). While we cannot control their accessibility, we encourage providers to maintain accessibility standards.
Future Improvements
We are committed to ongoing improvements and aligning with updates to accessibility laws, including any new requirements from:
- U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ).
- New York State accessibility guidelines.
New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP).