Lyft and Uber drivers have a horrible habit of cancelling on riders with guide dogs.
I've extolled the virtues of autonomous vehicles, specifically Waymo, in this column (and elsewhere) on numerous occasions. However imperfect the technology may be, I staunchly believe fully autonomous cars...
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Abhean has published a news story:
Guide dog discrimination by Uber and Lyft impacts ride accessibility - The National Federation of the Blind aims to end discriminatory ride denials and cancellations against guide-dog owners.
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The Americans with Disabilities Act protects individuals with disabilities from discrimination including within transportation. However, Uber and Lyft are failing to protect their blind customers with guide dogs.
The National Federation of the Blind held a Rideshare Rally in San Francisco on...
Abhean has published a news story:
Lyft Driver Allegedly Refused To Pick Up A Passenger With A Service Dog, Violating ADA Guidelines — But People Are Defending The Driver - She may have violated the The Americans with Disabilities Act, but the internet was on her side.
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Three Bay Area people, all legally blind, tell NBC Bay Area they are still constantly left stranded by Uber and Lyft drivers because of their seeing eye dogs. The years-long issue has caught the attention of the US Department of Justice, this news organization has confirmed through a source with...
An Aurora man says he has been denied by Lyft drivers twice in the past month due to his service dog.
Posted at 9:00 PM, Nov 07, 2023
and last updated 11:50 PM, Nov 07, 2023
AURORA, Colo.— Terry Garrett, 36, of Aurora, can't drive because he's 100 percent blind and needs his seeing eye dog...
At Lyft, we believe everyone has the right to get a safe ride and have a great experience. This applies to everyone, including passengers with service animals.
This User Guide explains Lyft's Service Animal Policy, and explains what to do if you need to submit a complaint because you believe...
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