ADA Statement

Advocates Colorado is committed to ensuring that our website, www.advocatescolorado.com (the “Site”), is accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We believe that everyone deserves equal access to information about their legal rights, and we strive to provide a digital experience that is inclusive, usable, and barrier-free.

This Accessibility Statement describes our ongoing efforts to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and comply with applicable federal and state accessibility laws, including Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.

1. Our Commitment to Accessibility

As a personal injury law firm, we serve clients who may be dealing with physical injuries, disabilities, or other challenges. We recognize that accessible digital communications are not just a legal obligation — they are a core part of our commitment to serving every client with dignity and respect.

We are actively working to increase the accessibility and usability of our Site and are applying relevant accessibility standards as a guide. Our goal is to conform to Level AA of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, published by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C).

2. Applicable Standards

2.1 WCAG 2.1 Level AA

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA is the internationally recognized standard for web accessibility. These guidelines are organized around four core principles, known as POUR:

• Perceivable — Information and user interface components must be presentable to users in ways they can perceive, including through assistive technologies such as screen readers.
• Operable — User interface components and navigation must be operable by all users, including those who navigate by keyboard alone.
• Understandable — Information and the operation of the user interface must be understandable, with clear language and predictable behavior.
• Robust — Content must be robust enough to be interpreted reliably by a wide variety of assistive technologies, both current and future.

2.2 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Title III of the ADA prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in places of public accommodation. Courts and the U.S. Department of Justice have increasingly interpreted this to include websites and digital services. Advocates Colorado is committed to maintaining a website that meets or exceeds ADA requirements as they apply to digital accessibility.

2.3 Section 508

While Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act primarily applies to federal agencies, Advocates Colorado voluntarily adopts its principles as a benchmark for accessible design and content development.

3. Accessibility Features

We are working to implement and maintain the following accessibility features on our Site:

3.1 Visual Accessibility

• Sufficient color contrast ratios between text and background elements to support users with low vision or color blindness
• Text that can be resized up to 200% without loss of content or functionality
• No content that relies solely on color to convey meaning
• Alt text descriptions for all informational images
• Avoidance of content that flashes more than three times per second to reduce seizure risk

3.2 Navigation and Structure

• Logical, consistent page structure using proper HTML heading hierarchy
• Skip navigation links to allow users to bypass repetitive content
• Descriptive page titles and meaningful link text
• Keyboard-accessible navigation throughout the Site
• Focus indicators visible for keyboard and assistive technology users
• Proper use of ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) landmarks and labels

3.3 Forms and Interactive Elements

• Form fields with clearly associated labels and instructions
• Error messages that are descriptive and easy to understand
• Sufficient time for users to complete forms, with options to extend as needed
• No time-sensitive content that cannot be paused or extended

3.4 Media and Documents

• Captions for any video content
• Transcripts for audio-only content
• Accessible PDF documents with proper tagging and reading order
• Audio descriptions for video content where visual information is not conveyed through dialogue

3.5 Assistive Technology Compatibility

Our Site is designed to be compatible with commonly used assistive technologies, including:

• Screen readers such as JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver
• Voice recognition software such as Dragon NaturallySpeaking
• Keyboard-only navigation
• Browser zoom and text magnification tools

4. Known Limitations

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We are aware that some areas of our Site may not yet fully conform to WCAG 2.1 Level AA. We are actively working to identify and remediate accessibility barriers. Known limitations and our remediation timelines will be documented here as the site develops.

If you encounter a barrier not listed here, please contact us using the information in Section 7 so we can address it promptly.

5. Third-Party Content

Our Site may contain content, plugins, or tools provided by third parties, including social media embeds, mapping tools, or third-party form platforms. While we endeavor to work only with accessibility-conscious vendors, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party content.

If you experience difficulty with any third-party tool embedded on our Site, please contact us and we will do our best to provide an accessible alternative or workaround.

6. Ongoing Efforts and Testing

Accessibility is an ongoing commitment, not a one-time project. To maintain and improve accessibility, Advocates Colorado plans to:

• Conduct periodic accessibility audits using automated testing tools and manual evaluation
• Incorporate accessibility requirements into our website design and development processes
• Train staff and content contributors on accessible content creation practices
• Review and update this Accessibility Statement regularly to reflect improvements and known issues
• Engage users with disabilities in feedback and usability testing where possible

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7. Request Accessible Assistance

If you are having difficulty accessing any content or functionality on our Site due to a disability, we want to help. You may request accessible assistance in the following ways:

• Request that information be provided in an alternative accessible format
• Ask for assistance completing a contact or intake form
• Request a phone or in-person consultation as an alternative to online submission

We are committed to responding to accessibility requests within a reasonable timeframe and at no additional cost to you.

8. Feedback and Contact

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our Site. If you experience any barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

Advocates Colorado — Accessibility Coordinator

Website: www.advocatescolorado.com

Email: [INSERT ACCESSIBILITY OR GENERAL CONTACT EMAIL]

Phone: [INSERT PHONE NUMBER]

Address: [INSERT MAILING ADDRESS]

Colorado, United States

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 2 business days.

9. Formal Complaints and Legal Rights

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility request, you may have the right to file a complaint with the following agencies:

U.S. Department of Justice — Civil Rights Division

ADA Information Line: 1-800-514-0301 (voice) | 1-800-514-0383 (TTY)

Website: www.ada.gov

U.S. Access Board

Phone: 1-202-272-0080

Website: www.access-board.gov

Colorado Civil Rights Division (CCRD)

Phone: 1-303-894-2997

Website: ccrd.colorado.gov

10. Legal Framework Reference

This Accessibility Statement is informed by and intended to support compliance with the following laws, regulations, and standards:

• Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), Title III — 42 U.S.C. § 12181 et seq.
• Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 — 29 U.S.C. § 794d
• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA — W3C Recommendation
• Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA) — C.R.S. § 24-34-601 et seq.
• DOJ Final Rule on ADA Web Accessibility (2024) — 28 C.F.R. Part 36

11. Updates to This Statement

We will update this Accessibility Statement as our Site evolves and as we complete accessibility improvements. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page reflects when the most recent changes were made. We encourage you to review this statement periodically.