Uber Sexual Assault MDL Settlement
Case Overview
The settlement involves Uber Technologies Inc. following allegations of sexual assault by a driver. Specifically, the case concerns a Texas woman, identified as Jane Doe, who alleged that an Uber driver sexually assaulted her during a ride in Tarrant County, Texas, on June 9, 2020.
The claims alleged that the driver committed the assault and that Uber failed in its background check procedures, allowing a dangerous individual onto the platform. Furthermore, the litigation alleges that Uber was aware as early as 2014 that its drivers were sexually assaulting passengers and that the company failed to implement necessary safety measures, such as enhanced background checks and cameras.
The terms of the settlement are confidential. The lawsuit was part of the Uber multidistrict litigation (MDL), which encompasses approximately 5,000 other cases. For those affected, the content advises that legal options may exist, including a confidential case review.
Who May Qualify
Individuals who were or whose loved ones were sexually assaulted by an Uber or Lyft driver.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Uber MDL?
The Uber MDL is a multidistrict litigation that groups together similar federal cases related to alleged sexual assaults by Uber drivers. This MDL currently involves approximately 5,000 other cases awaiting resolution.
What were the allegations against Uber?
The allegations suggest that Uber knew as far back as 2014 that its drivers were sexually assaulting passengers and that the company failed to implement adequate safety measures, such as enhanced background checks and cameras.
What happened in the recent trial?
The third bellwether trial in the Uber sexual assault MDL ended in a settlement. This occurred after the plaintiff's attorneys announced the settlement on October 2, less than two days after a jury was selected.
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