Marcus Ingram, a resident of Atlanta, Georgia, has taken legal action against a shopping center for failing to accommodate his disability needs. On January 29, 2026, Marcus Ingram filed a complaint in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Georgia against BAC West LLC, the owner and operator of Athens West Shopping Center. The lawsuit alleges multiple violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which aims to ensure equal access and non-discrimination for individuals with disabilities.
The plaintiff, Marcus Ingram, who uses a wheelchair due to paraplegia, frequently visits Athens West Shopping Center located at 3190 Atlanta Highway in Athens, GA. He claims that numerous architectural barriers prevent him from accessing the facilities safely and comfortably. According to the complaint, these barriers include inadequate accessible parking spaces that do not connect to accessible routes and are too narrow for wheelchair use. Additionally, there are no curb cuts or accessible routes from various stores such as Big Lots and H&R Block. Furthermore, Brett’s restaurant reportedly lacks accessible tables both inside and on its patio, creating further obstacles for wheelchair users.
Ingram’s legal filing outlines specific incidents where he faced discrimination due to these accessibility issues. For instance, during his visit on August 22, 2025, he encountered steep ramps and inaccessible restroom facilities that hindered his ability to enjoy services at the shopping center fully. The complaint argues that these conditions violate Title III of the ADA by denying him access to goods and services available to other patrons without disabilities.
Seeking resolution through this lawsuit, Marcus Ingram requests injunctive relief compelling BAC West LLC to remove existing architectural barriers at Athens West Shopping Center where feasible. He also seeks reasonable modifications in policies or practices necessary for accommodating individuals with disabilities effectively under federal law guidelines outlined by 42 U.S.C §12181 et seq., along with attorney’s fees incurred during litigation proceedings.
Representing Marcus Ingram is attorney Pete M. Monismith from Pittsburgh-based Monismith Law Firm. The case is under Case ID: 3:26-cv-00012-TES.
Source: 326cv12_Marcus_Ingram_v_Bac_West_Complaint_Middle_District_of_Georgia.pdf
