Uber, Lyft, & Other Rideshare Updates
As of September 2024, MDL No. 3084 included 1,263 pending lawsuits alleging Uber failed to implement proper safety measures, leading to passenger sexual assault or harassment. This marks a sharp increase from 387 cases in the previous month.
Uber and Lyft have faced ongoing legal challenges for allegedly allowing unsafe conditions for both riders and drivers.
Key Legal Developments:
- September 2024: Lawsuits in the federal multidistrict litigation (MDL) surged from 387 to 1,263.
- October 2023: Courts consolidated multiple sexual assault cases against Uber under Judge Charles Breyer in California.
- August 2022: 550 plaintiffs sued Uber in San Francisco, with additional cases under investigation.
- July 2022: Lyft faced 17 new lawsuits for failing to address safety concerns and assist victims.
- June 2022: Lyft settled a $25 million lawsuit with shareholders over undisclosed safety risks.
- December 2021: Uber paid a $9 million settlement for withholding safety violation reports.
- March 2018 – October 2015: Multiple lawsuits filed against Uber and Lyft for failing to provide safe rides, with some cases resulting in settlements.
Plaintiffs continue to hold rideshare companies accountable, claiming inadequate safety measures lead to preventable assaults.
Forms of Sexual Misconduct
If you or a loved one has been subjected to any of the following forms of inappropriate conduct, you may be entitled to compensation:
- Sexual Assault
- Attempted Assault
- Unwanted Kissing
- Inappropriate Physical Contact
- Other Acts of Misconduct
Impacted Drivers and Passengers
Based on LYFT sexual assault statistics, there were 4,158 reported incidents, including 360 cases of rape, within a three-year timeframe.
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