THE CONTINUING ISSUE: FOCUSING ON THE RISKS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT AND VIOLENCE FOR DRIVERS AND PASSENGERS OF UBER AND LYFT

As the use of ridesharing companies such as Uber and Lyft continues to soar, so does the requirement to address the alarming issue of sexual assault and violence faced by both drivers and passengers. Whilst these platforms have changed transportation and offered convenience, they have also inadvertently created chances for potential perpetrators. T