Millions of people around the world drive and use rideshare services like Uber and Lyft on a daily basis. These apps present themselves as a safe, reliable, and affordable way to move around — but in reality, thousands of people have experienced acts of violence while using these platforms. If you use
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Sexual violence encompasses a number of physical, electronic, and verbal actions — including street harassment, also known as catcalling. People who are the victims of street harassment can feel afraid and violated, often choosing to ignore the perpetrator instead of starting an argument that can potentially lead to violent situations. However, we
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Sexual assault is an unfortunately common crime across the United States — and it can happen anywhere. From parties to ride-shares to in private residences, perpetrators of sexual assault can cause severe damage to the lives of survivors in many contexts. Avoiding and preventing sexual assault is often out of our control,
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The ride share industry is rapidly growing in the United States and around the world, but two major corporations hold the majority of the power: Uber and Lyft. Although these apps have two very similar interfaces and modes of operation, Uber and Lyft actually differ in a few key ways. With this
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In today’s world, understanding self-defense is as important as ever, especially for women. From traveling alone for business to using ride share services like Uber or Lyft, many abusers and perpetrators of sexual assault can commit heinous crimes and acts of violence against women. However, women across can protect themselves if they
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Intimate partner violence, also known as dating violence and domestic violence, is unfortunately prevalent across the United States. However, many people involved in abusive relationships have trouble coming forward, seeking help, or leaving their perpetrators due to fear and unfamiliarity with the resources available to them. If you or someone you know
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While sexual violence is a widespread problem across the United States, there are many myths that surround it. Many people can believe that sexual violence falls under a single definition, or that most people who report sexual violence are not telling the truth. These myths can make it more difficult for survivors
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Each year, thousands of people suffer from instances of sexual violence while riding in an Uber or Lyft. These actions can include inappropriate conversation, unwanted touching, and sexual assault, among many other invasive and unwanted behaviors and actions. In these situations, you may feel scared and unsure of what to do next.
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When you use a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft, it is important to stay safe. Thousands of violent crimes occur in connection to these ridesharing services each year. To keep riders safe, Uber and Lyft require drivers to place their decals in specific locations so that passengers can easily identify the
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Uber’s shocking revelation that nearly 6,000 ride-hailing passengers and drivers were sexually assaulted between 2017-18 underscores the need for industry-wide reform, said Estey & Bomberger attorney Mike Bomberger. Lyft has not released any data on the number of sexual assaults that have occurred on its platform. “Lyft continues to put passengers in
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