The law, in plain English
Why this credit exists, and the risk it helps you get ahead of.
The credit
The federal Disabled Access Credit (IRS Form 8826, IRC Section 44) has been on the books since 1990. Qualifying small businesses can claim 50% of their eligible accessibility costs, on amounts between $250 and $10,250 a year, for up to $5,000 back per year. It's nonrefundable, so it reduces your tax bill and any unused portion carries forward.
The risk
The Americans with Disabilities Act applies to businesses open to the public, and courts have increasingly applied it to websites. Inaccessible sites have become a common target for lawsuits, with private settlements often running $20,000 to $30,000 plus legal fees.
The standard
There isn't a single formal federal regulation spelling out web accessibility, so courts generally look to the WCAG guidelines as the practical standard. That's why we make your site accessible to ADA standards rather than calling it "compliant," which is ultimately for a court to decide.
See it in the news
How website accessibility lawsuits are playing out for real businesses.
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