A California resident is taking legal action against two businesses, alleging violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Unruh Civil Rights Act. Brian Whitaker filed a complaint on February 26, 2026, in the Superior Court of California, County of Sacramento, against Red Sky Properties LLC and Golden Gifts & Co. The lawsuit highlights significant accessibility issues at a Sacramento gift shop that Whitaker claims impede his rights as a disabled individual.
The plaintiff, Brian Whitaker, who suffers from a C3/C4 spinal injury and uses a wheelchair for mobility, visited Golden Gifts Sports & Souvenirs in November 2025. During his visit to the facility located at 1006 2nd Street, Sacramento, he encountered barriers that violated ADA standards. According to the complaint, these barriers included non-compliant sales and service counters exceeding the permitted height and obstructive point-of-sale devices positioned beyond allowable reach ranges. “Plaintiff was forced to reach, stretch, and twist when trying to complete his transaction,” states the complaint, which led to discomfort and embarrassment for Whitaker.
Whitaker’s legal team argues that both Red Sky Properties LLC and Golden Gifts & Co failed in their obligation to design and maintain an accessible environment for individuals with disabilities. The complaint asserts that these failures are not just minor infractions but significant barriers impacting those with disabilities daily. It emphasizes that such issues persist more than three decades after the ADA was enacted—a law meant to ensure equal access for all Americans.
In response to these alleged violations, Whitaker seeks various forms of relief from the court. He requests permanent injunctive relief compelling defendants to remove existing architectural barriers within 90 days or another court-determined timeframe. Additionally, he demands regular Certified Access Specialist inspections to verify ongoing compliance with ADA standards. The plaintiff also seeks actual damages under the Unruh Civil Rights Act alongside treble damages or statutory minimums for each instance of denied access.
Representing Brian Whitaker in this case are attorneys Christopher A. Seabock and Nedra Weiss from Seabock Price APC based in Pasadena, California. The case is being heard under Case Number ~BCOw O04 11 by the Superior Court of California in Sacramento County.
Source: 26CV004711_Brian_Whitaker_v_Red_Sky_Properties_Complaint_County_of_Sacramento_California.pdf
