Blanding has already discussed her weight in public; in December, she disclosed that she weighed more than 500 pounds but had just shed almost 40.
In a statement, Lyft addressed the incident by stating that it “unequivocally condemns all forms of discrimination.”
“Everyone should be treated with equal respect and kindness in our community, in our opinion.
“Harassment and discrimination are expressly prohibited by our community guidelines and terms of service,” the statement said.
As the case progresses, it brings up more significant issues regarding driver discretion, passenger rights, and the thin line separating discrimination in the gig economy from personal safety concerns.
