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Sexually Assaulted in an Uber or Lyft?
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have changed the way we travel, but they’ve also exposed passengers to preventable harm. Thousands of survivors have reported sexual assault by drivers across the United States, leading to ongoing lawsuits against Uber and Lyft for failing to keep riders safe.
Every form of sexual misconduct is severe and deserves to be acknowledged. The legal information on this page focuses specifically on survivors of sexual assault or attempted assault with physical contact, as these cases may qualify for civil legal action against the driver and potentially the rideshare company. If your experience involved verbal harassment without physical contact, different reporting and support options may be available.
The Carlson Law Firm is committed to supporting survivors with compassion, privacy, dignity, and a trauma-informed legal approach. You are not alone, and you do not have to navigate this process on your own.
What Is a Rideshare Sexual Assault Lawsuit?
A rideshare sexual assault lawsuit is a civil case brought by a survivor who experienced sexual assault or attempted sexual assault while using a rideshare service. These cases aim to hold responsible parties accountable—whether that is the driver, Uber, Lyft, or others who contributed to the harm.
A civil case is separate from the criminal justice process. Criminal cases focus on punishment through the state’s legal system. A civil lawsuit is filed on behalf of the survivor to pursue financial compensation for the emotional, physical, and psychological harm caused by the assault.
Rideshare sexual assault survivors may pursue a lawsuit if the following were involved:
- Unwanted sexual touching or groping
- Forced sexual contact
- Attempted or completed rape
- Coercion or intimidation to engage in sexual acts
- Sexual contact while the survivor was incapacitated or unable to consent
These lawsuits also address how Uber and Lyft contributed to the danger through negligent hiring, screening, safety practices and failure to remove reported drivers. You reach our rideshare sexual assault lawsuit team at 866-817-3187. We offer free consultations and represent clients nationwide.
Uber Sexual Assault Lawsuits
Uber’s own published data indicates systemic safety issues. Thousands of reported sexual assaults have been documented, including the categories of non-consensual sexual touching, attempted penetration, and rape. These numbers only reflect reported cases. Unfortunately, many survivors never report the incident.
Reports of sexual assault connected to Uber rides have gained national attention. Uber’s own Safety Reports revealed thousands of assaults in recent years. For example, in its 2021-2022 report, the most recent report listed on its website, the company reported that there were 2,717 incidents of sexual assault and misconduct. Its own reporting underscores the company’s ongoing failure to protect riders.
Common Allegations in Uber Sexual Assault Lawsuits
Survivors and their attorneys have raised serious safety concerns, including:
- Inadequate background checks on drivers
- Failure to properly investigate assault reports
- Allowing reported offenders to continue driving
- Not implementing effective rider safety protections
- Lack of real-time monitoring and support during rides
Many lawsuits claim Uber prioritized growth over passenger safety for years, despite receiving repeated warnings and survivor reports. Survivors are coming forward to demand accountability. Our clients are seeking change for themselves and to protect future riders.
Lyft Sexual Assault Lawsuits
Lyft has also faced a growing number of lawsuits from survivors across the country who allege that the company failed to act on reports of sexual misconduct and assault by drivers. In several lawsuits, survivors state that Lyft continued to allow drivers accused of sexual assault to stay on the platform or failed to notify law enforcement or future passengers.
Concerns Raised in Lyft Assault Cases Include the following:
- Not removing drivers after prior complaints
- Insufficient background checks and re-screening
- Lack of adequate in-app emergency features
- Poor response to survivor reports
- Failing to warn riders of known risks
Many survivors describe reporting the assault to Lyft only to receive a generic response, limited support, or no follow-up. These failures have led to legal action seeking to hold Lyft accountable for negligent and unsafe business practices that put riders at risk.