The Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against Uber Friday, accusing the rideshare giant of discriminating against passengers with disabilities.

DOJ says Uber drivers routinely refuse to serve individuals with disabilities, including those with service dogs.

DOJ sues Uber

What they're saying:

The lawsuit claims Uber drivers have charged illegal cleaning fees for service animal shedding and imposed cancellation fees after denying service. The lawsuit also alleges that drivers have refused to allow disabled individuals to sit in the front seat so they can use the back seat for mobility devices.

Disabled individuals have missed appointments, experienced significant delays and have been stranded in inclement weather, the lawsuit said.

"For too long, blind riders have suffered repeat

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