Woman sues ride-share company claiming driver canceled ride over weight
A plus-sized female rapper from Michigan, known as Dank Demoss, recently made headlines after filing a lawsuit against Lyft. The lawsuit alleges that the Lyft driver refused to provide her service because of her size.
Dajua Blanding, the rapper behind the stage name Dank Demoss, shared her experience of trying to get to a Detroit Lions watch party using Lyft. However, she claimed that the driver refused to give her a ride, stating that she wouldn’t fit in his sedan due to her size.
In a recorded video of the incident, Blanding can be heard insisting that she can fit in the car, to which the driver responded, “Believe me, you can’t.” The driver then explained that his tires couldn’t handle the weight and suggested that she order a larger vehicle instead. Although he promised to refund the ride, the encounter left Blanding feeling hurt.
Blanding decided to take legal action and hired attorneys to sue Lyft for discrimination. Her attorney, Jonathan Marko, emphasized that denying someone a ride based on their weight is illegal in Michigan, as weight is considered a protected characteristic. According to Marko, discriminating against someone based on their weight is equivalent to discrimination based on race or religion under the law.
Lyft responded to the allegations by stating that they “unequivocally condemn all forms of discrimination.” They emphasized their commitment to a community where everyone is treated with equal respect and mutual kindness, as outlined in their community guidelines and terms of service. A Lyft spokesperson also mentioned that all drivers with Lyft are independent contractors.
The incident involving Dank Demoss highlights the importance of addressing discrimination based on size and reaffirms the need for equal treatment and respect for all individuals. As the lawsuit unfolds, it will be interesting to see how Lyft responds to the allegations and how the legal proceedings progress.
The original article was written by Alexandra Koch, a breaking news writer for Fox News Digital, who covered the story with attention to detail and sensitivity. The rewritten content aims to capture the essence of the original article while providing a fresh perspective on the incident.
