Legal Consequences of Ignoring Web Accessibility

# Legal Consequences of Ignoring Web Accessibility

## **1. Introduction**

This tutorial aims to educate its readers about the potential legal consequences that can occur from ignoring web accessibility. By the end of this tutorial, you will be able to understand what web accessibility is, its legal aspects, and how to ensure your websites are accessible. 

### Prerequisites
No prior knowledge is required, but a basic understanding of web development will be beneficial.

## **2. Step-by-Step Guide**

### **2.1 Understanding Web Accessibility**
Web accessibility means that websites, tools, and technologies are designed and developed so that people with disabilities can use them. 

### **2.2 Legal Aspects**
Many countries have laws and regulations that mandate web accessibility. For example, in the U.S., the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 require certain businesses and organizations to make their websites accessible. 

### **2.3 Consequences of Non-Compliance**
Ignoring web accessibility can lead to lawsuits, fines, and damage to your reputation.

## **3. Code Examples**

### **3.1 Alt Text for Images**
Adding alt text for images is a basic accessibility practice. It provides a textual alternative to non-text content in web pages.

```html
<!-- This is a code snippet showing how to add alt text to an image -->
<img src="image.jpg" alt="Description of image">

<!-- This is a code snippet showing how to make a button keyboard accessible -->
<button tabindex="0">Click Me!</button>