EXCLUSIVE: Lyft argues it has 'no obligation' to provide wheelchair access in suit brought by disability groups

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Aug 22, 2022 EXCLUSIVE: Lyft argues it has 'no obligation' to provide wheelchair access in suit brought by disability groups Lyft officials argue they're in tech, not transportation, in response to a suit brought by disability groups accusing the company of failing to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The company claims it has "no obligation" to provide vehicles that are accessible for motorized wheelchairs, according to private federal court filings obtained by NBC News. "I think they have the view that people with disabilities are not a customer base that's worth serving," one motorized wheelchair user said. "That's wrong and ridiculous." Read More Follow Us Get the NBC News Mobile App Check out all NBC News newsletters here. 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 View in browser | Unsubscribe | Contact | Privacy