U.S. sues ridesharing firm for $53 million over alleged discrimination against passengers with disabilities

The DOJ sued Lyft, alleging violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The lawsuit claims Lyft denied rides to passengers with service dogs or stowable wheelchairs, charged cancellation fees, and failed to provide accommodations. Lyft has not yet responded to the allegations.

The U.S. DOJ sued Lyft, seeking $53M in damages for alleged ADA violations, including discrimination against passengers with disabilities. The lawsuit seeks policy changes, staff training, and civil penalties.

The US Justice Department sued Lyft, alleging the company and its drivers discriminated against passengers with disabilities, violating the Americans with Disabilities Act. The lawsuit seeks $53 million in compensation and policy changes. Lyft denies the claims, citing existing policies and penalties for non-compliance.

The DOJ sued Lyft, alleging the company and its drivers routinely refuse service to passengers with disabilities, violating the ADA. The lawsuit seeks $53M in damages and court-ordered driver training. Lyft denies the claims, stating it has policies to accommodate such passengers. This follows a 2020 settlement over similar allegations.

The Justice Department sued Lyft (LYFT) for $53M, alleging ADA violations, including discrimination against passengers with disabilities. The lawsuit claims Lyft failed to accommodate service animals and mobility devices. Lyft shares closed at $16.76 on NasdaqGS.

The U.S. Justice Department sued Lyft, alleging violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The complaint seeks $53 million in damages for riders with disabilities who were denied service, plus policy changes and driver training. Lyft reported third-quarter revenue of $1.82 billion last week.