Obese rapper in Detroit, Michigan, is suing Lyft after a driver refused to give her a ride due to her size. The rapper, Dank Demoss (Dajua Blanding), recorded the encounter and is taking legal action with the support of her lawyers.
Key Points
Dank Demoss (Dajua Blanding) sued Lyft after a driver refused to give her a ride due to her size
Weight discrimination is considered a protected characteristic in the state
Claiming denial based on weight is akin to discrimination based on race or religion
Pros
Raising awareness about discrimination based on weight