CONFRONTING THE ISSUE: UNDERSTANDING RISKS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT AND VIOLENCE FOR DRIVERS AND PASSENGERS OF RIDESHARE PLATFORMS

As the popularity of ridesharing services like Lyft continues to soar, so does the need to tackle the alarming issue of assault and violence faced by drivers and passengers alike. While these platforms have revolutionized transportation and provided ease, they have also inadvertently created potential for potential perpetrators. This piece aims to