The US Justice Department sued Lyft, alleging it discriminated against passengers with disabilities in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The lawsuit seeks $53 million for affected individuals and an order requiring Lyft to change its policies and train staff and drivers.
The Justice Department alleges Lyft and its drivers routinely refuse service to people with disabilities, including riders who use service animals and stowable wheelchairs. The lawsuit, filed in the US District Court for the Northern District of California, seeks $53 million for people who allegedly experienced discrimination and submitted complaints to Lyft or the department.
The lawsuit alleges Lyft violated Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. It also seeks a court order requiring Lyft to stop the alleged discrimination, modify its policies and train staff and drivers on the law.
The US government sued Uber last year over alleged discrimination against passengers with disabilities, seeking $125 million. Uber said it disagreed with the allegations and was committed to expanding access and improving the experience of riders with disabilities.
