THE CONTINUING (WAR|ISSUE|BATTLE}: ADDRESSING THE RISKS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT AND VIOLENCE FOR DRIVERS AND CONSUMERS OF UBER AND LYFT

As the use of ridesharing companies such as Uber and Lyft continues to soar, so does the need to address the shocking matter of sexual assault and violence toward both drivers and passengers. While these platforms have changed transportation and provided convenience, they have also surprisingly created opportunities for potential criminals. This ar