TorHoerman Law is actively accepting claims for the Uber Sexual Assault Lawsuit.
Defendants
Uber Technologies LLC
Injuries named in lawsuit
Sexual assault or rape
Sexual battery or unwanted sexual contact
Physical injuries from an assault
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Anxiety and depression
Emotional distress and psychological trauma
Loss of quality of life
You may qualify to file a claim if...
An Uber driver sexually assaulted you, sexually battered you, groped you, or subjected you to other unwanted sexual contact.
The incident occurred during an Uber ride, immediately before or after the ride, or was otherwise connected to a trip arranged through the Uber platform.
You experienced physical, emotional, or psychological harm as a result of the incident.
Most Recent Updates
The federal Uber sexual assault litigation remains consolidated in MDL 3084, where thousands of plaintiffs allege Uber failed to adequately protect passengers from sexual assault by drivers.
The first two federal bellwether trials in 2026 resulted in plaintiff verdicts of $8.5 million and $5,000, demonstrating significantly different outcomes among individual claims.
New Uber sexual assault lawsuits continued to be filed and transferred into MDL 3084 throughout 2026.
Uber Sexual Assault Lawsuit for Survivors
Is Uber being sued for sexual assault?
Yes.
Thousands of lawsuits alleging sexual assault by Uber drivers have been filed against Uber Technologies Inc. and consolidated into federal multidistrict litigation in the Northern District of California.
The litigation has already produced bellwether trial verdicts and remains one of the largest coordinated sexual assault proceedings in the country.
TorHoerman Law is actively accepting Uber sexual assault lawsuit claims and helping survivors pursue justice.
Our Law Firm is Handling Uber Sexual Assault Cases Brought by Survivors
Uber is being sued for sexual assault by thousands of individuals who say they experienced sexual assault and other forms of sexual misconduct from Uber drivers.
These lawsuits are being filed by Uber sexual assault victims who claim the company failed to vet drivers, ignored complaints, and did not take meaningful steps to prevent repeated sexual assault incidents.
Many of these sexual assault claims have been consolidated into a federal proceeding known as the Uber sexual assault MDL, which is taking place in the Northern District of California.
Survivors involved in this multi-district litigation (MDL) allege that Uber’s failure to protect passengers directly enabled assaults, harassment, and other forms of abuse to occur on the Uber platform.
In addition to the MDL, hundreds of claims are also being pursued in California state court, where similar legal arguments are being made under state law.
Uber sexual assault lawsuits seek compensation for physical and psychological harm, as well as broader accountability for what survivors say has become a long-standing safety failure.
The plaintiffs include people of all genders and backgrounds, with incidents reported across numerous U.S. cities.
Many survivors who sue Uber are doing so not only to seek justice for themselves, but also to push for systemic changes in how the company handles rider safety.
If successful, the lawsuits could have wide-reaching consequences for the future of rideshare safety and how companies address sexual assault allegations on their platforms.
If you or a loved one were sexually assaulted or subjected to sexual misconduct by an Uber driver, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit and seek justice through the civil court system.
Why Are So Many People Suing Uber for Sexual Assault?
Thousands of Uber passenger sexual assault lawsuits have been filed by survivors who allege they were assaulted, harassed, or otherwise harmed by drivers using the platform.
Plaintiffs argue that Uber failed to implement basic safety measures that could have reduced the risk of assaults and better protected passengers.
Many of the claims consolidated in the Uber MDL contend that Uber knew or should have known about recurring safety problems based on internal reports, rider complaints, and prior allegations involving drivers.
The lawsuits also focus on whether Uber’s business model placed growth and driver recruitment ahead of passenger safety concerns.
Survivors frequently seek compensation for medical expenses, psychological trauma, emotional distress, and other damages resulting from the alleged assaults.
As more information about Uber cases becomes public through court filings and discovery, additional survivors have come forward alleging similar experiences and seeking to hold the company accountable.
What makes the Uber sexual assault litigation unique is the number of claims alleging similar failures involving driver screening, passenger safety, and the company’s response to misconduct reports.
Over the years, sexual assault reports have poured in from Uber passengers, with internal records showing that between 2017 and 2022, the company received 400,181 reports of sexual assault or sexual misconduct, a figure far surpassing the roughly 12,522 “serious incidents” Uber had publicly disclosed.
Uber sexual assault survivors are bringing claims alleging that the company failed to implement appropriate safety precautions, ignored red‑flags, and failed to adequately respond to reports of driver misconduct.
In response, many have chosen to pursue civil lawsuits against Uber and its drivers, seeking justice for instances where they were sexually assaulted, subjected to sexual harassment, or otherwise harmed under Uber’s watch.
Among the core allegations in the lawsuits are:
Uber failed to properly screen drivers or vet criminal histories.
The company delayed or declined to deploy enhanced safety measures that could deter or detect abuse.
Uber ignored internal safety reports and prior complaints about driver misconduct.
The Uber app lacked safety features that might have prevented dangerous pairings or alerted riders of risk.
Internal Uber documents show awareness of patterns of sexual violence that matched dozens of incident reports.
Uber prioritized growth and cost reduction over passenger personal safety and risk mitigation.
These lawsuits reflect a fundamental challenge to how tech companies conceptualize safety, accountability, and liability in the gig economy.
The federal court overseeing this litigation is evaluating whether Uber’s practices created avoidable risk and whether failure to act was negligent or even reckless.
The multidistrict litigation (MDL) also tests whether Uber’s promises of safety match the reality many survivors experienced, and whether Uber’s legal team’s defenses under “driver independence” are valid in the face of internal warnings.
Ultimately, this lawsuit doesn’t just seek compensation; it aims to hold Uber accountable and compel changes in how companies address sexual assault incidents on their platforms.
Uber Sexual Assault Settlement Projections
No global settlement has been reached with Uber Technologies over alleged sexual assaults that occurred on their platform.
However, as the Uber sexual assault litigation progresses under the Uber Technologies Passenger Sexual Assault Litigation (MDL No. 3084) and in related state actions, legal analysts and survivors’ attorneys are projecting potential settlement ranges based on the severity of claims and comparable cases.
These rideshare sexual assault lawsuits often center on issues such as repeated abuse, long‑term psychological harm, and Uber’s alleged failure to prevent sexual misconduct by insufficient background checks, ignoring safety reports, or delaying deployment of safety features in the Uber app.
Investigations reported that, as of 2026, court records indicated Uber deposited funds to settle an undisclosed number of cases, though a “global” settlement for all pending cases has not yet been reached.
Below is a sample tiered projection framework based on current case assessments and precedent:
Tier 1 (High severity):$300,000 to over $1,000,000: for claims involving repeated assault, forced penetration, severe trauma, or where Uber’s internal records reflect prior warnings ignored
Tier 2 (Moderate severity): $150,000 to $300,000: for serious assault claims with significant emotional harm and medical treatment, but perhaps with less corroborating physical evidence
Tier 3 (Lower severity): $50,000 to $150,000: for instances of harassment, unwanted touching, or less invasive misconduct with emotional and reputational impacts
These ranges reflect broad expectations in Uber sexual assault claims and are not guaranteed.
Rideshare sexual assault attorneys engaged in these cases analyze how Uber’s failure to implement appropriate safety precautions, respond to prior incidents, or properly screen drivers may increase potential settlement value.
As Uber sexual assault survivors continue filing claims, these tiered projections offer a roadmap for understanding what compensation might be possible and why so many plaintiffs are moving forward.
Current Status of the Uber Sexual Assault Lawsuit and Important Developments
The Uber sexual assault litigation has entered a critical stage as courts continue to evaluate claims involving passenger safety, corporate responsibility, and the company’s efforts to prevent sexual assaults on its platform.
Federal cases are currently consolidated before Judge Charles Breyer, the federal judge overseeing the Uber MDL in the Northern District of California.
In a significant legal development, a federal judge recently determined that Uber qualifies as a common carrier, meaning the company may owe passengers a heightened duty of care similar to businesses in the taxi industry.
Plaintiffs contend that Uber’s background check procedures relied heavily on private databases and did not include fingerprint-based screening, creating opportunities for dangerous drivers to access the platform.
Uber maintains that its drivers are independent contractors and argues that it cannot automatically be held responsible whenever a driver commits misconduct.
Recent court rulings and trial outcomes have increased scrutiny of Uber’s marketing, safety practices, and the measures the company adopted to address known risks.
Important developments in the litigation include:
Federal multidistrict litigation proceedings continue under Judge Charles Breyer in the Northern District of California.
The first bellwether trial resulted in an $8.5 million compensatory damages verdict for a survivor after a jury found Uber liable.
Bellwether trials are being used to test common legal and factual issues and help guide future settlement negotiations.
A federal court ruling designated Uber as a common carrier, potentially expanding the company’s legal duties toward passengers.
Plaintiffs allege Uber’s background check system failed to identify certain drivers who posed safety risks.
Lawsuits contend that Uber’s screening procedures were less comprehensive than those used by many traditional taxi services.
Discovery efforts continue to focus on internal safety data, prior complaints, and company responses to reports of misconduct.
These developments have strengthened plaintiffs’ arguments that some assaults may have been preventable assaults rather than isolated incidents beyond the company’s control.
The outcome of future bellwether trials will likely influence settlement discussions and provide additional insight into how juries evaluate Uber’s role in passenger safety cases.
As the litigation progresses, courts will continue examining whether Uber’s policies, screening practices, and corporate decisions exposed riders to unreasonable risks.
Uber Sexual Assault Trial Outcomes
The first MDL trial concluded in February 2026 when an Arizona jury found Uber liable and awarded $8.5 million in damages to a survivor who alleged she was raped by a driver during a ride.
The verdict represented a significant victory for plaintiffs, who argue that Uber failed to implement meaningful safety protections despite known reports of driver misconduct and serious risks to passengers.
A second bellwether trial in North Carolina also resulted in a plaintiff verdict, although the damages award was substantially smaller.
Uber’s defense focused on arguments that drivers are independent contractors and that the company should not be held responsible for criminal acts committed by drivers under such circumstances.
Developments from the bellwether trials include:
A jury awarded $8.5 million in compensatory damages in the first MDL trial.
Jurors found Uber liable under an apparent agency theory despite its independent contractor model.
The jury declined to award punitive damages in the Arizona case.
A second bellwether trial resulted in another plaintiff verdict against Uber.
Uber challenged the plaintiff’s credibility in the North Carolina case by referencing her history of substance abuse.
Both verdicts provided the parties with valuable information regarding liability and damages issues.
The outcomes are expected to influence future settlement negotiations and additional bellwether proceedings.
The verdicts provide some of the first jury guidance on how liability and damages issues may be evaluated in the broader litigation.
Do You Qualify for the Uber Sexual Assault Lawsuit?
You may qualify to join the Uber sexual assault lawsuit if an Uber driver sexually assaulted you, harassed you, or otherwise made unwanted sexual contact during or after a ride.
Eligibility generally depends on proving that the sexual assault occurred in connection with the use of the Uber platform and that Uber failed to take reasonable steps to protect passengers.
Survivors who experienced verbal harassment, groping, forced contact, or other forms of sexual violence may all have potential claims.
These lawsuits are focused on holding Uber accountable for negligence in screening drivers, responding to prior complaints, and prioritizing rider safety.
Each case is evaluated based on available evidence, such as trip history, medical or therapy documentation, and any communication with Uber following the incident.
Survivors do not need to have filed a police report to qualify.
Civil lawsuits operate independently of criminal charges.
A lawyer can review your situation, determine whether your claim fits within the federal MDL or state-level actions, and explain the next steps for filing.
Working with an experienced attorney who understands the scope of this litigation is crucial for securing strong legal representation and protecting your right to compensation.
Gathering Evidence for an Uber Sexual Assault Lawsuit
Evidence is an important part of building a strong legal case against Uber, especially in claims involving sexual harassment, assault, or misconduct by a driver.
Survivors do not need physical evidence to file a claim, but supporting documentation can help demonstrate that the assault occurred and that Uber failed to take reasonable safety steps.
An experienced attorney will work to gather, preserve, and organize this evidence as part of a broader legal strategy.
Even small details (like the time of the ride or prior complaints about the driver) can play an important role in establishing liability.
Examples of helpful evidence include:
Uber ride history and trip receipts
In-app communications between the passenger and driver
Screenshots or records of Uber safety reports or customer service responses
Medical records related to physical or psychological harm
Therapy or counseling records showing emotional impact
Witness statements or contemporaneous messages (texts, DMs, emails)
Police reports or formal complaints, if filed
Evidence of prior complaints or incidents involving the same driver
Potential Compensation in Uber Sexual Assault Lawsuits
In civil sexual assault cases, damages are the financial representation of the harm a survivor has experienced, both physically and emotionally.
These damages serve not only to compensate survivors but also to hold companies like Uber legally and financially accountable for negligence.
Compensation can vary depending on the severity of the misconduct, such as cases involving sexual penetration, long-term trauma, or evidence of prior corporate inaction.
Survivors may be entitled to recover costs for medical care, missed work, and ongoing mental health treatment compensation needed to process the impact of the assault.
Common types of damages in Uber sexual assault lawsuits include:
Medical expenses (emergency care, hospitalization, treatment)
Mental health treatment compensation (therapy, counseling, psychiatric care)
Pain and suffering (emotional trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety)
Lost income or diminished earning capacity
Costs related to long-term support or rehabilitation
Punitive damages (in cases of gross negligence or repeated failures)
Loss of enjoyment of life or quality of life damages
TorHoerman Law is committed to helping survivors of rideshare-related sexual assault pursue justice and financial recovery through the civil legal system.
These cases are not just about individual harm: they expose critical safety failures on a national scale and hold companies accountable for ignoring known risks.
If you or a loved one were sexually assaulted, harassed, or harmed by an Uber driver, legal action may offer a path forward.
Our team is equipped to handle these cases with compassion, discretion, and a strong understanding of the legal strategies needed to challenge large corporations.
Contact TorHoerman Law today for a free and completely confidential consultation.
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The Uber sexual assault lawsuits involve a wide range of claims that go beyond traditional definitions of sexual assault.
Survivors have reported many forms of inappropriate, abusive, or violent behavior that occurred during or after rides arranged through the Uber app.
These incidents range in severity and include both physical and non-physical forms of misconduct.
The lawsuits allege that Uber failed to prevent these acts by neglecting to screen drivers properly, ignoring prior complaints, or failing to implement safety tools that could have protected riders.
Examples of reported misconduct in these cases include:
Unwanted sexual comments or lewd remarks
Verbal harassment or persistent sexual advances
Inappropriate touching or groping
Coerced or forced sexual contact
Attempted or completed sexual assault or sexual penetration
Drivers refusing to let riders exit or locking car doors
Following or stalking riders after a trip
Physical intimidation or threats related to sexual behavior
Each of these actions may serve as the basis for a legal claim depending on the circumstances.
Survivors do not have to meet a criminal burden of proof to pursue a civil lawsuit.
They need to demonstrate that the misconduct occurred and that Uber failed to take reasonable steps to prevent it.
Many survivors of sexual assault experience memory gaps, confusion, or delayed recall due to trauma, and this does not prevent you from filing a civil claim.
The legal system recognizes that traumatic experiences affect memory differently, and a lack of perfect recollection does not invalidate your story.
An attorney can help reconstruct the event using available evidence such as ride records, app data, text messages, medical documentation, or witness accounts.
What matters is that the assault or misconduct occurred and that there is enough supporting context to establish Uber’s potential failure to act on known risks or prevent harm.
If you’re unsure whether your experience qualifies, a confidential consultation with a lawyer can help clarify your options.
Yes, you can still pursue a civil lawsuit against Uber even if the driver was not arrested, charged, or convicted of a crime.
Civil cases are judged under a lower standard of proof than criminal cases, which means you don’t need a criminal conviction to hold Uber accountable for negligence.
Many survivors choose to file civil claims specifically because the criminal justice system did not act or because they preferred a private legal route.
A civil lawsuit focuses on the company’s role in failing to prevent the incident, such as by allowing a dangerous driver to remain on the platform despite prior complaints.
An attorney can help evaluate your claim and gather the necessary evidence to move forward, even without a formal police record.
When you begin working with an attorney on an Uber sexual assault case, it’s important to provide as much detail and documentation as possible to strengthen your claim.
Your lawyer will use this information to build a comprehensive timeline, gather supporting evidence, and prepare filings that reflect the full impact of what happened.
While every case is different, survivors should try to share the following types of information when possible:
A clear description of what happened, including where and when the incident occurred
Copies of Uber ride receipts, trip histories, or in-app communications
Any police reports, medical records, or therapy documentation
Notes about interactions with Uber’s customer support or safety team
Names of potential witnesses or individuals you spoke to after the assault
Any prior complaints or issues you experienced with the same driver
Sharing this information helps your lawyer identify patterns, confirm the validity of your claim, and prepare a stronger case for compensation and accountability.
No, there is not a certified class action lawsuit for individuals who were assaulted by Uber drivers.
Instead, these claims are being handled through the Uber sexual assault multidistrict litigation (MDL), which is a different type of legal process.
In a class action, one or more plaintiffs represent an entire group, and the outcome applies to all class members collectively.
In contrast, an MDL allows each survivor to file an individual case, while centralizing pretrial proceedings in a single district court to streamline discovery, motions, and rulings on common issues.
This means each plaintiff maintains control of their own case and may receive individualized compensation depending on the facts and harm involved.
The MDL structure is especially useful in litigation like this, where thousands of claims involve similar allegations but vary widely in severity.
Survivors benefit from shared resources and legal coordination without losing their right to pursue a unique outcome.
Yes. Uber has resolved some individual sexual assault claims over the years, although the terms of many settlements remain confidential.
Reports indicate that Uber has deposited funds to settle an undisclosed number of cases, but the company has not announced a global settlement covering all pending sexual assault lawsuits.
Thousands of claims remain active in both the federal MDL and California state court proceedings.
Recent bellwether trial verdicts, including an $8.5 million compensatory damages award in the first MDL trial, have provided the parties with important information that may influence future settlement negotiations.
While additional settlements are possible as the litigation progresses, no comprehensive resolution of all Uber sexual assault claims has been reached.
The amount of time you have to file a lawsuit (known as the statute of limitations) depends on where the incident occurred and the laws in that specific state.
In many cases, survivors have several years from the date of the assault to take legal action, but that window can be shorter or longer depending on factors like the survivor’s age at the time or when the harm was discovered.
Some states have extended deadlines for sexual assault claims, especially in cases involving corporate negligence.
It’s important to speak with a lawyer as soon as possible to determine if you’re still eligible to file.
Waiting too long may limit your legal options, even if your experience falls within the scope of the current litigation.
Many plaintiffs who file sexual assault lawsuits allege that Uber’s screening process failed to identify drivers who posed a risk to passengers.
Some lawsuits specifically challenge what plaintiffs describe as inadequate background checks, arguing that the company’s reliance on private databases and name-based searches allowed certain warning signs to go undetected.
Uber has stated that its screening procedures are designed to identify disqualifying criminal histories, but plaintiffs contend that additional safeguards could have better protected riders.
Whether a background check was performed does not automatically determine whether Uber may be liable in a particular case.
The Uber MDL is a federal proceeding that consolidates similar lawsuits before a single judge for coordinated pretrial proceedings, while separate cases are also pending in San Francisco Superior Court.
Both proceedings involve allegations that Uber failed to adequately protect passengers, but they operate under different procedural rules and may involve different legal claims.
The California litigation has already produced significant rulings and trial outcomes in Superior Court, while the federal MDL continues to move through discovery and bellwether proceedings.
Survivors may have claims that qualify for one forum or the other depending on where the incident occurred and the specific facts of the case.
Before a bellwether trial set by the court can proceed, the parties typically complete extensive discovery, exchange expert reports, and litigate key legal issues.
The court may also hold multiple status conferences and a final pretrial conference to address evidentiary disputes, witness lists, and trial procedures.
Bellwether cases are selected because they can help test important factual and legal issues that appear throughout the litigation.
In many Uber cases, juries are asked to consider whether Uber recognized safety risks, whether company actions were a substantial factor in causing harm, and whether the company exercised reasonable care toward passengers who use its platform to transport passengers.
The results often influence future settlement discussions and broader litigation strategy.
Tor Hoerman has represented injured individuals for more than 30 years, with experience spanning individual personal injury cases and nationwide mass tort litigation. His work includes car accidents, catastrophic injuries, product liability claims, and other serious injury cases. Tor has served in court-appointed leadership roles in national litigation and tried cases involving major corporate defendants.
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An Uber driver sexually assaulted you, sexually battered you, groped you, or subjected you to other unwanted sexual contact.
The incident occurred during an Uber ride, immediately before or after the ride, or was otherwise connected to a trip arranged through the Uber platform.
You experienced physical, emotional, or psychological harm as a result of the incident.
Most Recent Updates
The federal Uber sexual assault litigation remains consolidated in MDL 3084, where thousands of plaintiffs allege Uber failed to adequately protect passengers from sexual assault by drivers.
The first two federal bellwether trials in 2026 resulted in plaintiff verdicts of $8.5 million and $5,000, demonstrating significantly different outcomes among individual claims.
New Uber sexual assault lawsuits continued to be filed and transferred into MDL 3084 throughout 2026.
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