MDL UpdateNov 12, 2024
Judges Consolidate Rideshare Assault Cases
Federal judges have moved to consolidate hundreds of lawsuits against Uber into a Multi-District Litigation (MDL) to streamline the pretrial process.
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Rideshare giants prioritized rapid growth over passenger safety. If you were assaulted by an Uber or Lyft driver, you are not alone, and you have the right to hold them accountable.
*Based on Uber's own US Safety Reports (2017-2020).
For years, Uber and Lyft have marketed themselves as the "safe alternative" to driving. However, investigations reveal a systemic failure to screen drivers effectively. Lawsuits allege that these companies ignored red flags in background checks and failed to implement biometric identity verification to prevent account sharing.
By treating safety measures as "friction" to onboarding new drivers, these platforms created an environment where predators could access vulnerable passengers. The legal battle aims to force these companies to take responsibility for the harm caused on their watch.
Faces MDL for thousands of assault reports.
Litigation regarding driver screening failures.
Negligent hiring practices.
Failure to verify driver identity.
Note: In 2019, Uber released a safety report disclosing nearly 6,000 reports of sexual assault in the US over just two years.
Survivors are seeking justice and financial support for the physical and emotional trauma endured.
Reimbursement for immediate ER visits, medication, and lost income due to inability to work.
For cases involving physical assault, sexual harassment, or severe PTSD requiring long-term therapy.
For aggravated sexual assault, rape, kidnapping, or cases resulting in permanent physical injury.
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MDL UpdateFederal judges have moved to consolidate hundreds of lawsuits against Uber into a Multi-District Litigation (MDL) to streamline the pretrial process.
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