Frequently Asked Questions

	What is this lawsuit about?
	What is a class action?
	Who are the plaintiffs in this case?
	Who are the attorneys bringing this case?
	Am I a member of the class represented in this case?
	How do I know if the Taco Bell restaurant I went to is a corporate restaurant?
	What are some types of architectural barriers that are found at Taco Bell restaurants?
	What do I have to do to be in the class?
	How can I find out more?
	What will class members get if Taco Bell loses or settles?
	Will it cost me anything to be included in this case?

What is this lawsuit about?

On December 17, 2002, four persons with disabilities who use wheelchairs or scooters for mobility filed a class action lawsuit in federal court in San Francisco called Moeller v. Taco Bell Corp. Their suit charges that Taco Bell corporate restaurants in California have barriers that prevent customers who use wheelchairs or scooters from the full, independent and equal enjoyment of Defendant’s goods and services.

What is a class action?

A class action is a suit brought by individuals on behalf of a large group of people with the same basic claims. A judge has to decide if the case meets the legal requirements for a class action. If the requirements are met, class members are automatically covered by the suit, unless they ask to be excluded. The case either goes to trial or the claims are resolved before trial in a settlement for the entire class.

Who are the plaintiffs in this case?

The Current plaintiffs are: Katherine Corbett; Francie Moeller; Ed Muegge; and Craig Yates. These people are the representatives of the class. In other words, they have filed suit not just for themselves, but for all people who use wheelchairs or scooters who have encountered architectural barriers at California corporate Taco Bell restaurants.

Who are the attorneys bringing this case?

Several attorneys are working together on this case:

Fox & Robertson, P.C.;

Lawson Law Offices;

Mari Mayeda; and

The Impact Fund.

Together, these firms have extensive class action and disability rights experience. Click to learn more.

Am I a member of the class represented in this case?

If you are a person with disability who uses a wheelchair or electric scooter for mobility and have encountered one or more architectural barriers at a corporate Taco Bell restaurant in California at any time since December 17, 2001, you are a member of the class. The case at this time does not involve franchised or licensed Taco Bell restaurants.

If you meet the above definition, you do not have to do anything at this time to be included in the class. At some point in the future, you may be asked if you want to exclude yourself from the class, and you might be asked to file a claim form if you wish to share in any settlement. But for now, you needn't do anything. We nevertheless would like to hear from you if you believe you have been discriminated against by Taco Bell.

How do I know if the Taco Bell restaurant I went to is a corporate restaurant?

Click here to see a list of restaurants that are covered in this action.

What are some types of architectural barriers that are found at Taco Bell restaurants?

Some common architectural barriers include:

	Inadequate or insufficient accessible parking;
	Parking lots or sidewalks that are difficult to traverse because of cross slopes;
	Doors that are difficult to open;
	Queue lines (the lines where customers line up to place orders) that are too narrow for persons who use wheelchairs or scooters;
	Inaccessible seating areas;
	Inaccessible condiment or drink dispensers; and
	Inaccessible restrooms.

What do I have to do to be in the class?

Nothing at this time. It would be helpful if you provide us with a current address and basic information so we can keep you informed of developments, including any developments concerning settlement and monetary recovery for class members. You can do this by clicking here. If your address or situation changes, please update your information by clicking on the update your address link on the left side of the home page or by clicking here.

How can I find out more?

You can keep track of this case by periodically checking this website. We will post major developments, pleadings, and press releases. If you would like to speak to one of our attorneys, please contact us through this website or call 1-888-461-9191.

What will class members get if Taco Bell loses or settles?

Plaintiffs are seeking an order requiring Taco Bell to remove architectural barriers, to reform its policies and practices to ensure that restaurants that it builds in the future do not have barriers, and to recover damages for class members of up to $4,000 for each time since December 17, 2001, that a class member was hindered by an architectural barrier.

Will it cost me anything to be included in this case?

No. There is no cost to you to be part of this case.