Raymond Kai Young, an Uber driver in the Bay Area, was was charged with kidnapping to commit a sex crime, rape of an unconscious person, and sexual penetration against the victim’s will by force, fear or violence, but agreed to a deal in which he only pleaded no contest to the sexual penetration
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Octavio Alvarez Gomez, an Uber driver in the Van Nuys, CA, area, has been charged with one count each of kidnapping to commit rape and rape of an unconscious person. The charges come from an incident that occurred on October 2, 2018. The woman ordered an Uber ride home from a pub
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Sargon Nano, an Uber driver in the Chicago, IL, area, has been charged with one felony count of criminal sexual abuse and a misdemeanor count of battery stemming from an incident that occurred on September 1, 2018. According to prosecutors, Nano has a long history of acting, “sexually inappropriate”, with passengers. Nano
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The aftermath of sexual assault can be painful and difficult to overcome for many survivors. However, there are many organizations that perform diligent work providing these survivors with the support, care, and resources they need – but many people do not realize that these resources are available to them. Here are some
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The aftermath of a sexual assault can be disorienting and scary. You may not know what steps you need to take to seek help and maybe in severe emotional and physical pain. While it can be difficult to seek help after a sexual assault, it is important to know what your options
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Sexual assault is a serious crime that can have devastating impacts on survivors, both emotionally and physically. However, it can be difficult to define what constitutes sexual assault under the law, and when you can hold someone accountable for this crime. Sexual assault can encompass many different acts that all have one
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Riding in an Uber and Lyft carries risks for female passengers, but what about female drivers? Do women who drive for these companies put themselves at risk of assault? Sadly, the answer is yes. From drunken riders to creepy, unwanted advances, female rideshare drivers encounter a fair amount of risks on the
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When it comes to sexual activity, consent is key. No one should act inappropriately towards you without your knowledge and consent – especially in an Uber or Lyft. However, many different types of sexual misconduct can and do occur in these vehicles every single year. Unfortunately, Uber and Lyft do not seem
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Rideshare apps are a popular way to travel, but using these services can carry significant risk. Women report many instances of sexual harassment and sexual assault in Ubers and Lyfts every year, and the companies seem to do little to prevent them. To protect yourself from attack when ridesharing, equip yourself with
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Millions of people rely on rideshare services such as Uber or Lyft for transportation. Whether you use these apps as designated drivers after a night out or rely on them for a portion of your commute, ridesharing can pose safety risks to you. Many Uber and Lyft passengers have reported instances of
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