Unemployment benefits are increasing in importance during the COVID-19 pandemic, with record-breaking unemployment rates and mass layoffs across the country. The rideshare industry has seen a massive reduction in the number of passengers during COVID-19, and many Uber and Lyft drivers are losing important income as a result. While Uber and Lyft
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Since its inception, the ride-sharing platform Uber has considered its fleet of drivers independent contractors, not employees. This designation essentially releases Uber from any liability in accidents their drivers may cause, making it very difficult for injured passengers to seek justice from the rideshare giant — and for drivers to receive unemployment
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The coronavirus pandemic is affecting nearly every aspect of daily life. For people who are survivors of sexual assault or experiencing sexual abuse at the hands of someone they live with, COVID-19 is posing significant challenges. Some survivors have difficulty finding resources, while others are facing barriers to achieving justice. Sexual Assault
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According to a report by CBS affiliate KMOV out of St. Louis, a woman who has filed suit against rideshare company Lyft and the driver accused of raping her in June of 2019 amended her lawsuit Friday, alleging Lyft knew the driver was a convicted felon. 30-year-old Cristen Giangarra said she was
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Sexual violence is not a monolith. This term encompasses a number of violent acts, including sexual assault, domestic violence, harassment, and abuse. Understanding what sexual violence is — and the definition of each type of violence — can help survivors better understand their own experiences, empowering them to seek the help they
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An article in the Patriot Ledger reports that a Weymouth, MA, woman is suing the ride-hailing service Uber after one of its drivers raped her in 2018. Emily Murray initially filed the lawsuit in Norfolk Superior Court in April but it was removed to federal District Court in Boston on June 30. Murray has bravely requested
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The COVID-19 pandemic has affected every part of our daily lives — including our transportation options. If you rely on the rideshare app Uber to travel, you may wonder what actions the company is taking to protect the health of their passengers and drivers. Like other ridesharing companies, Uber has implemented a
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Indigenous women face the highest rates of sexual assault in the United States — in fact, 56.1% of Native American women have experienced sexual violence in their lifetimes, and Native Americans are twice as likely to experience sexual assault compared to other races. Lack of resources and equitable funding, decades of discriminatory
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In a recent article published by the San Francisco Chronicle, the California agency that regulates Uber and Lyft said in an order on Tuesday, June 8th, 2020, that ride-hail drivers are employees under AB5, the state’s new gig-work law. This marks a significant development in the long-standing battle over drivers’ status. In
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Sexual assault survivors need significant support to heal from their trauma and seek justice against the perpetrators of sexual violence. Sexual assault victim advocacy groups and services are organizations composed of volunteers dedicated to supporting survivors and connecting them to the resources they need. If you are interested in joining an advocacy
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