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Resolving PDF and Document Accessibility Issues
Boston Web Group · Accessibility Practice Public documents (such as municipal bylaws, healthcare disclosures, and school calendars) must meet accessibility standards to avoid compliance violations. PDFs often present challenges because they lack structural tags,...
ADA Website Compliance Requirements for Massachusetts Businesses
Boston Web Group · Accessibility Practice Local businesses face increasing legal scrutiny regarding the accessibility of their public facing websites. The Department of Justice (DOJ) maintains that websites are places of public accommodation under Title III of the...
Web Accessibility Scanners vs. Manual Usability Testing
Boston Web Group · Accessibility Practice Automated scanning software is a useful tool for identifying clear violations (such as missing alternative text or low color contrast). Scanners typically detect only a portion of actual accessibility barriers, leaving complex...
Understanding Website VPAT Requirements
Boston Web Group · Accessibility Practice Government agencies and federally funded organizations in Massachusetts require vendors to document the accessibility of their software and digital services. A Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) acts as a...
Social Services and Community Organizations: HHS 45 CFR Part 84 Digital Accessibility Compliance Guide
Social service agencies, FQHCs, nonprofits, and community organizations receiving HHS grants are covered by 45 CFR Part 84. The WCAG 2.1 AA deadline is May 2027 (or 2028 for smaller organizations). This guide explains scope, practical priorities, and your compliance roadmap.
Health Insurers and Managed Care Organizations: HHS 45 CFR Part 84 Digital Accessibility Compliance Guide
Health insurers and managed care organizations participating in Medicare Advantage, Part D, or Medicaid must meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA by May 11, 2027 under HHS 45 CFR Part 84. This guide covers scope, vendor risk, CMS overlap, and your compliance action plan.
The Limits of Automated Accessibility Widgets and Overlays
Boston Web Group · Accessibility Practice Many organizations deploy automated accessibility widgets or JavaScript overlays under the assumption that a single script resolves all compliance issues. Research indicates that these overlays often interfere with native...
Physicians, Clinics, and Private Practices: HHS 45 CFR Part 84 Digital Accessibility Compliance Guide
If your physician practice or clinic bills Medicare or Medicaid, you are covered by HHS 45 CFR Part 84. Learn which digital tools must meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA, what your deadline is based on practice size, and the steps to get compliant before May 2027 or 2028.
Hospitals and Health Systems: HHS 45 CFR Part 84 Digital Accessibility Compliance Guide
Virtually every U.S. hospital and health system is covered by the HHS 45 CFR Part 84 digital accessibility rule. The WCAG 2.1 Level AA deadline is May 11, 2027 for organizations with 15+ employees. Here is what hospital compliance teams need to know and do now.
Everything You Need to Know About the HHS Deadline for ADA Compliance
HHS has extended its 45 CFR Part 84 digital accessibility deadline to May 11, 2027 for organizations with 15+ employees. Here is everything you need to know about the rule, who it covers, what WCAG 2.1 Level AA requires, and what your organization must do now.
BWG-YGL: The Ultimate Integration for Brokers Who Live in YouGotListings
Update: 4/20/2026: We've just released a major free update to our YGL plugin. Today we're going to talk about how to show off your YouGotListings inventory - on any website, using our BWG-YGL service.If you run a rental brokerage, there's a good chance you are already...
Section 508 and WCAG Compliance for Massachusetts Municipalities
Boston Web Group · Accessibility Practice Massachusetts cities, towns, and public agencies operate under strict mandates requiring their public portals to be accessible to all residents. Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 508 of the...