Federal Judge Trims Some Claims in Uber Sexual Assault Lawsuits, but Core Allegations Remain
A judge tossed key claims in Uber’s sexual assault MDL—but the core allegation that the rideshare app hid known risks from users still has legal traction.
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A judge tossed key claims in Uber’s sexual assault MDL—but the core allegation that the rideshare app hid known risks from users still has legal traction.
In states such as Colorado, Rhode Island, New Jersey, and Massachusetts, rideshare companies, Uber and Lyft, have resisted introduced legislation that would strengthen passenger safety efforts.
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis vetoes a bill aimed at protecting rideshare passengers, sparking outrage from assault survivors and legislators. Will safer solutions follow?
Two women have accused a former Uber driver of assaulting them during rides in Alabama. As the trial unfolds, jurors are presented with dashcam footage, forensic evidence, and testimony that could shape both criminal and civil outcomes.
Lyft settles lawsuit with Dallas passenger assaulted by driver, amid ongoing concerns over rideshare safety and corporate accountability. The driver allegedly has prior complaints but Lyft kept him on as an independent contractor.
Six Uber sexual assault lawsuits will proceed to trial starting December 2025, testing jury response to claims that could shape outcomes in more than 2,000 pending cases.
As Uber faces nearly 2,000 cases of sexual assault consolidated into a federal lawsuit, set for trial later this year, the rideshare giant has threatened to shut down operations in Colorado if House Bill 1291 passes. Is the legislation that restrictive for Uber to maintain profits in the state? Or will the company yet again display that it’s more concerned about bottom line rather than rider safety.
The FTC is suing Uber over deceptive subscription tactics tied to Uber One. The case highlights broader concerns about the company’s disregard for consumer protections—issues that echo in its handling of sexual assault claims.
Uber has settled a lawsuit with a teen who was allegedly assaulted after a late-night drop-off. The case underscores ongoing concerns about rideshare safety and Uber’s responsibilities to minors.
A Philadelphia man was arrested after using Uber to transport a minor across Pennsylvania, highlighting growing concerns about child safety on rideshare platforms.