A New York resident has filed a lawsuit against two local businesses, alleging violations of disability rights laws. Altaune Brown, represented by The Marks Law Firm, P.C., lodged the complaint on November 14, 2025, in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York against Mayimbe Grocery Corp. and 200 Stanton LLC. The lawsuit claims that these entities have failed to provide adequate access to their premises for individuals with disabilities, thereby breaching the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as well as state and city human rights laws.
The complaint outlines several grievances against Mayimbe Grocery Corp. and 200 Stanton LLC, who are accused of not maintaining accessible facilities at their location on Stanton Street in New York City. Brown, who is paraplegic and uses a wheelchair for mobility, attempted to enter the premises on September 9, 2025, among other occasions but was unable to do so due to a step at the entrance that blocked access. This barrier allegedly violates multiple sections of the ADA Accessibility Guidelines which require public accommodations to be accessible to individuals with disabilities.
Brown’s legal action seeks various forms of relief from the court. He requests declaratory and injunctive relief that would compel the defendants to alter their premises to comply with accessibility standards. Additionally, he seeks monetary damages for what he describes as ongoing discrimination due to his inability to access goods and services provided by these businesses. The lawsuit highlights Brown’s intention to return to the premises once they are made accessible and compliant with relevant laws.
The case underscores broader issues of compliance with disability rights legislation by businesses offering public accommodations. According to Brown’s complaint, despite substantial remodeling since January 26, 1990—the date after which compliance with ADA standards became mandatory—the defendants have failed to remove barriers that prevent full access for disabled individuals. The plaintiff argues that these failures constitute intentional discrimination under both federal and local laws.
In terms of legal representation and proceedings, Bradly G. Marks from The Marks Law Firm is representing Altaune Brown in this case identified as Civil Action No. 1:25-cv-9589. The presiding judge has yet to be named in publicly available documents.
Source: 125cv09589_Altanue_Brown_v_Mayimbe_Groceryr_Complaint_Southern_District_of_New_York.pdf
