
Accessibility Statement
Last Updated: July 1, 2025
Our Commitment to Accessibility
Albert Lehmon & Associates, LLC is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure we provide equal access to all our users.
Accessibility Standards
We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards issued by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines help make web content more accessible to people with a wide range of disabilities, including:
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Visual impairments (blindness, low vision, color blindness)
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Hearing impairments (deafness, hearing loss)
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Motor impairments (difficulty using a mouse, slow response time, limited fine motor control)
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Cognitive impairments (learning disabilities, distractibility, inability to remember or focus)
Accessibility Features
Our website includes the following accessibility features:
Navigation and Structure
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Clear and consistent navigation throughout the site
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Proper heading structure (H1, H2, H3, etc.) for screen readers
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Skip links to main content areas
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Descriptive page titles and meta descriptions
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Logical tab order for keyboard navigation
Visual Design
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Sufficient color contrast ratios (minimum 4.5:1 for normal text, 3:1 for large text)
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Text that can be resized up to 200% without loss of functionality
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Content that doesn't rely solely on color to convey information
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Responsive design that works across different screen sizes and orientations
Images and Media
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Alternative text (alt text) for informative images
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Decorative images marked appropriately for screen readers
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Captions or transcripts for video content
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Audio descriptions where applicable
Forms and Interactive Elements
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Clear form labels and instructions
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Error messages that are descriptive and helpful
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Focus indicators for keyboard users
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Accessible form validation
Keyboard Accessibility
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All interactive elements accessible via keyboard
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Visible focus indicators
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No keyboard traps
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Consistent navigation patterns
Assistive Technology Compatibility
Our website has been designed to be compatible with assistive technologies, including:
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Screen readers (such as JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)
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Voice recognition software
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Screen magnification tools
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Alternative keyboards and input devices
Known Accessibility Issues
We are aware of the following accessibility limitations and are working to address them:
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Third-party embedded content may not be fully accessible
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Some older PDF documents may not be screen reader friendly
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Certain interactive features are being updated for better keyboard access
Target Resolution Date: 90 days from notification
Third-Party Content
Some content on our website is provided by third parties. While we strive to ensure all content meets accessibility standards, we may not have direct control over the accessibility of third-party content. We work with our partners to encourage accessible practices and will address reported issues when possible.
Accessibility Testing
We regularly test our website for accessibility using:
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Automated accessibility testing tools
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Manual testing with keyboard navigation
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Screen reader testing
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User testing with people who have disabilities
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Regular accessibility audits
Feedback and Contact Information
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:
Accessibility Coordinator: Tyler Alexis Brice, Consultant
Email: tyler@albertlehmon.com
Phone:803-381-0282
Mail: 140 Ash Bay Road, Columbia, SC 29229
When Contacting Us, Please Include:
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The web page or content you were trying to access
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A description of the problem you encountered
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The assistive technology you were using (if any)
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Your contact information for follow-up
We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 90 business days and will work with you to resolve any issues.
Alternative Access Methods
If you are unable to access certain content on our website, we can provide the information in alternative formats:
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Large print versions
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Audio versions
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Electronic formats compatible with assistive technology
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Direct assistance via phone or email
To request content in an alternative format, please contact us using the information above.
Accessibility Training
Our team receives regular training on accessibility best practices, including:
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Web accessibility guidelines and standards
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Assistive technology usage
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Inclusive design principles
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Testing methodologies
Ongoing Efforts
We are committed to continuously improving accessibility through:
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Regular accessibility audits and testing
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Staff training and awareness programs
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User feedback incorporation
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Technology updates and improvements
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Collaboration with disability advocacy groups
Legal Information
This accessibility statement was created on [Date] and reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility. We review and update this statement regularly to ensure it accurately represents our current accessibility status.
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