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Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are quickly becoming common modes of transportation around the world, especially for people without reliable access to a motor vehicle – including minors under the age of 18. From parents giving their children an easy ride to school when they have to run into the office

Sexual violence is an all-too pervasive problem that affects millions of people worldwide. However, many people can fail to recognize when they have suffered from an act of sexual violence because they are unaware of which actions fall under this definition. Sexual violence can encompass a number of different acts, from sexual

Why is Crawford & Co. contacting assault victims to settle their claims? We believe that Crawford and Crawford is contacting sexual assault victims on behalf of Uber in an attempt to help Uber settle cases quickly and cheaply. Who is Crawford & Co.? Crawford & Co. are the agents and representatives of

If you have ever had an uncomfortable experience in an Uber or Lyft, you probably hoped that you would never ride with that particular driver again. While Uber and Lyft’s algorithms can help keep you away from unpleasant drivers, unmatching you from a specific driver does not help stop other passengers from

In recent years, you may have seen the hashtag #MeToo on the news, at political events and rallies, and on social media sites like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. The purpose of the #MeToo movement is to provide a platform for survivors of sexual violence to share their stories, helping bring awareness to

Steven Floyd Whitesell, an Uber Driver in Tulsa, OK, was arrested and charged with two counts of rape, forcible sodomy, and first-degree burglary. According to area police, Whitesell allegedly dropped the woman off at her home then left the door unlocked so he could get back into the house to sexually assault her.

Robert W. Sauvager, a Lyft Driver in Midlothian, VA, was arrested on charges of aggravated sexual battery and object sexual penetration. The arrest stems from a woman who called a Lyft ride to take her from Richmond to Chesterfield. The woman reported being assaulted at the end of the ride, just outside of

On Tuesday, November, 4, Ahmed Tawfeeq, a Uber Driver in Elgin, IL, was found guilty of sexually assaulting a female passanger. Following a bench trial, Tawfeeq was found guilt of multiple counts, including attempted aggravated criminal sexual assault, aggravated criminal sexual abuse, aggravated battery, unlawful restraint and promoting prostitution. The conviction stems

Sexual violence is a pervasive issue across the United States and around the world and can come in a number of forms. Sexual assault and sexual harassment are two common types of sexual violence, and both can lead to significant trauma to the survivor. However, sexual assault and sexual harassment differ in

Many passengers who use rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft report experiencing sexual violence at the hands of their drivers. From unwanted advances and indecent exposure to sexual assault, these crimes are unacceptable – and Lyft is taking action to combat the too-high rates of violence. Moving forward, all current and future