Domino’s Pizza, the world’s leading pizza delivery company, has been involved in a number of lawsuits in recent years. Some of the most notable cases include:
- Guillermo Robles v. Domino’s Pizza, LLC (2019): Robles, a blind man, sued Domino’s after he was unable to order food on the company’s website and mobile app using screen-reader software. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in Robles’ favor, finding that Domino’s website and app are public accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and must be accessible to people with disabilities.
- Connor Anderson v. Team Prior, Inc. and Lee Prior (2022): Anderson, a former Domino’s delivery driver, filed a class-action lawsuit against Domino’s franchise owners in Maine and Connecticut alleging wage violations and failure to reimburse delivery drivers for vehicle maintenance costs. The case was settled for $250,000.
- Dominick Pizza v. Domino’s Pizza, Inc. (2023): Domino’s sued Dominick Pizza, a small pizza chain in India, for trademark infringement. Domino’s argued that Dominick Pizza’s name and logo were too similar to its own and that this was causing confusion among consumers. The Delhi High Court ruled in Domino’s favor, permanently restraining Dominick Pizza from using the name “Dominick Pizza” or any other name or logo that is confusingly similar to Domino’s.
What does this mean for Domino’s customers?
The Domino’s lawsuits have had a mixed impact on the company’s customers. On the one hand, the Robles lawsuit has helped to ensure that Domino’s website and app are accessible to people with disabilities. On the other hand, the wage violation lawsuits have raised concerns about the treatment of Domino’s employees.
What does the future hold for Domino’s?
It is unclear what the future holds for Domino’s in terms of lawsuits. The company has a long history of being involved in litigation, and it is likely that this trend will continue. However, Domino’s has also shown a willingness to settle lawsuits, which could help to minimize the impact of future legal challenges.
FAQs:
Q: Why did Guillermo Robles sue Domino’s?
A: Robles sued Domino’s because he was unable to order food on the company’s website and mobile app using screen-reader software.
Q: What did the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals rule in the Robles case?
A: The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that Domino’s website and app are public accommodations under the ADA and must be accessible to people with disabilities.
Q: What did the class-action lawsuit against Domino’s franchise owners in Maine and Connecticut allege?
A: The class-action lawsuit alleged wage violations and failure to reimburse delivery drivers for vehicle maintenance costs.
Q: What was the outcome of the class-action lawsuit against Domino’s franchise owners in Maine and Connecticut?
A: The case was settled for $250,000.
Q: Why did Domino’s sue Dominick Pizza?
A: Domino’s sued Dominick Pizza for trademark infringement.
Q: What was the outcome of the lawsuit between Domino’s and Dominick Pizza?
A: The Delhi High Court ruled in Domino’s favor, permanently restraining Dominick Pizza from using the name “Dominick Pizza” or any other name or logo that is confusingly similar to Domino’s.
References:
- Guillermo Robles v. Domino’s Pizza, LLC, No. 17-55576 (9th Cir. 2019): https://www.gibbonslawalert.com/2021/08/16/robles-v-dominos-the-saga-continues-on-remand-district-court-grants-partial-summary-judgment-to-plaintiff-solidifying-the-scope-of-ada-website-liability-in-the-ninth-circuit/
- Connor Anderson v. Team Prior, Inc. and Lee Prior, No. 1:19-cv-00179 (D. Me. 2022): https://casetext.com/case/anderson-v-team-prior-inc-1
- Dominick Pizza v. Domino’s Pizza, Inc., No. CS(OS) 1279/2023 (Delhi High Ct. 2023): https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/delhi/dominos-vs-dominick-delhi-hc-restrains-name-american-pizza-chain-8123527/
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