Background of the Lawsuit:
- Straughter, who uses a wheelchair, claimed he was denied access to the 2024 Rick Ross Car & Bike Show despite purchasing a ticket and making prior arrangements for accessibility.
- He alleged that a promised wheelchair-accessible shuttle bus never arrived, leaving him stranded for hours.
- The lawsuit, filed in August 2024, cited violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), breach of contract, and other claims.
- Straughter stated he sold his car to afford the ticket, travel, and lodging for the event.
Changes Rick Ross is Making:
- According to reports in early April 2025, Rick Ross has agreed to provide round-trip, wheelchair-accessible shuttle buses for the upcoming car show.
- These buses will transport disabled guests to and from designated areas created specifically for them at the event.
- Additionally, golf carts will be available to help wheelchair users move around the grounds.
Statements from Involved Parties:
- Darris Straughter's lawyer, John Hoover, stated, "Thanks to Darris and others, the next Rick Ross Car & Bike Show will be very accessible. Even golf carts will be provided for wheelchair users." He also noted that while the lawsuit continues, the changes are a positive step.
The next Rick Ross Car & Bike Show is scheduled to take place on
June 7, 2025, at his estate in Fayetteville, Georgia. These changes suggest that Ross is responding to the lawsuit and aiming to make his event more inclusive for attendees with disabilities.
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