Legal Compliance Opinions
Providing legal opinions on website and mobile app accessibility compliance based on client-provided information and applicable legal requirements.
Accessibility Law
Accessibility Law
Legal guidance for digital accessibility compliance and inclusive technology development
Practice Overview
Digital accessibility compliance is governed by legislation including the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 and standards such as WCAG 2.1. Our accessibility law practice provides legal opinions and advisory services to help organisations understand their compliance obligations for websites, mobile applications, and digital services.
We provide legal opinions on accessibility compliance based on information provided by clients regarding their digital platforms. Our advisory services help interpret applicable legal requirements, assess compliance obligations, and develop appropriate policies and documentation. We do not conduct technical audits or testing—our role is strictly legal advisory.
Our services assist organisations in understanding the legal framework governing digital accessibility in India, drafting compliant policies and statements, and advising on legal implications of accessibility requirements in contracts and procurement. We work with clients across technology, e-commerce, financial services, and public sector organisations.
Service Offerings
Accessibility Policy Drafting
Drafting organisational accessibility policies and governance frameworks that address legal compliance obligations.
Accessibility Statement Drafting
Preparing accessibility statements for websites and applications that accurately document conformance status and compliance commitments.
RPwD Act Advisory
Legal advisory on Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 requirements and their application to digital platforms and services.
Contract & Procurement Review
Reviewing and drafting accessibility clauses in technology contracts, vendor agreements, and procurement documentation.
Regulatory Interpretation
Interpreting accessibility regulations, GIGW guidelines, and international standards to advise on compliance obligations.
Legal Frameworks & Standards
Key legislation and standards governing digital accessibility in India and internationally.
Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
Indian legislation mandating accessibility in public buildings, transportation, ICT, and services. Section 42 specifically addresses accessibility in electronic and information technology.
Guidelines for Indian Government Websites (GIGW)
Standards issued by NIC/MeitY for government website accessibility, increasingly referenced as benchmark for private sector digital platforms.
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1
International W3C standard defining accessibility requirements at three conformance levels (A, AA, AAA). Level AA is typically the target standard.
Information Technology Act, 2000
Provides framework for electronic governance and digital services, with accessibility considerations increasingly integrated into implementation.
Industry Sectors
E-Commerce & RetailBanking & Financial ServicesGovernment & Public SectorHealthcare & TelemedicineEducation & EdTechMedia & EntertainmentTravel & HospitalityInsuranceTelecommunicationsSoftware & SaaS
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our accessibility law services
We provide legal advisory services including legal opinions on website and mobile app accessibility compliance, accessibility policy and statement drafting, RPwD Act compliance advisory, contract review for accessibility clauses, and regulatory interpretation. Our services are strictly legal advisory based on information provided by clients. We do not conduct technical audits or testing.
No. We do not conduct technical accessibility audits, automated testing, manual WCAG testing, or code reviews. Our role is limited to legal advisory—interpreting regulations, providing compliance opinions based on client-provided information, and drafting legal documentation. For technical audits, clients should engage specialised accessibility testing firms.
We provide legal opinions based on information provided by the client regarding their digital platforms. Clients typically share technical audit reports, platform documentation, or specific compliance questions. We then interpret applicable legal requirements and provide opinions on compliance status and obligations. Our opinions are legal assessments, not technical evaluations.
The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 is Indian legislation that mandates accessibility across various domains including electronic and information technology. Section 42 specifically addresses accessibility in ICT. We advise on how these requirements apply to websites, mobile applications, and digital services based on the specific context of each client.
Yes, we provide legal advisory on accessibility compliance requirements for mobile applications. Based on information provided by clients, we advise on applicable legal standards, draft accessibility policies covering mobile apps, and review contractual accessibility requirements. Technical implementation guidance should be obtained from accessibility specialists.
An accessibility statement should document the conformance status, standards referenced, known limitations, contact information for feedback, and remediation commitments. We draft statements based on information provided by clients regarding their platform status, ensuring the statement accurately reflects their compliance position and legal commitments.
Yes, we review and draft accessibility clauses in technology contracts, vendor agreements, and procurement documentation. We advise on appropriate accessibility requirements, conformance warranties, and remediation obligations to include in contracts based on applicable legal requirements and client needs.
We advise clients across e-commerce, banking and financial services, government and public sector, healthcare, education, and technology sectors. Each sector may have specific accessibility requirements—for example, government entities must comply with GIGW guidelines. We provide sector-specific legal advisory based on applicable regulations.
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