Uber Sexual Assault Lawsuit — Get the Justice You Deserve

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For Uber assault survivors. Lawsuit eligibility (assault during ride, ignored complaints, inadequate safety). Compensation: medical/therapy, emotional distress, pain/suffering, lost income, punitive damages. Intake form. Free confidential consultations.

Were you sexually assaulted by an Uber driver? You are not alone—and you may be entitled to take legal action. At Survivors Justice, we connect survivors with skilled, compassionate attorneys who specialize in Uber sexual assault lawsuits. Your voice matters. Your safety matters. And you deserve justice.

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Why Survivors Are Filing Lawsuits Against Uber

Uber claims to offer safe, reliable rides—but countless survivors have reported sexual assault and harassment by drivers who were entrusted with their well-being. In many cases, Uber failed to properly screen, supervise, or remove drivers with known red flags.

If you were harmed by an Uber driver, you may have the right to file a civil claim to seek justice, demand accountability, and pursue compensation for the trauma you endured.

Do I Have a Case Against Uber?

You may be eligible to file an Uber sexual assault lawsuit if:

Our legal partners will review your case with care and confidentiality—at no cost to you. If your case qualifies, they will guide you through your legal options with clarity and compassion.

Uber Lawsuit Status (October 2026)

Uber sexual assault cases filed in federal courts across the country are coordinated in one national proceeding: MDL No. 3084, In re: Uber Technologies, Inc., Passenger Sexual Assault Litigation, created by the Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation on October 4, 2023 and assigned to Judge Charles R. Breyer of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. Each survivor still has an individual case; these are not class actions.[1] According to allegations summarized in the order creating the proceeding, plaintiffs contend that Uber failed to implement appropriate safety precautions to protect passengers.[1]

Cases pending: 4,916, as of October 1, 2026.[2]

Juries returned plaintiff verdicts in the first two federal bellwether trials involving Uber:

February 2026: a federal jury in Phoenix awarded $8.5 million, finding that the driver was acting as Uber’s agent. Uber said it would appeal.[3]
April 2026: a federal jury in North Carolina found Uber liable for battery and awarded $5,000.[4]
October 2026: Uber settled the third bellwether case, set for trial in federal court in Texas, after a jury was selected and before opening statements.[5]

Uber’s own numbers: Uber’s latest U.S. safety report counts 2,717 reports of the most serious sexual assaults in 2021 and 2022, including 355 rapes.[6]

Deadlines to File an Uber Lawsuit

Filing deadlines (statutes of limitations) depend on where the assault happened and what kind of claim you bring, so it is important to speak with an attorney early. In New York:

Rape and certain other serious sex crimes: survivors may have up to 20 years to file certain civil claims. Depending on the facts, claims may be brought against the alleged perpetrator and, in some circumstances, against other parties whose conduct is alleged to have contributed to the harm, such as a rideshare company. The 20-year rule took effect on September 18, 2019, and it also covers earlier assaults if the deadline in place at the time hadn’t run out by then.[7][8]
Assault or battery claims against the driver: generally 1 year. If the driver is criminally charged, you have at least 1 year after the criminal case ends to sue the driver.[9]
Negligence claims against a company: generally 3 years.[10]
New York City: for assaults in the five boroughs, the Gender-Motivated Violence Act can allow a claim within 7 years.[11]

Other states set their own deadlines. If a deadline may be approaching, reaching out sooner may help preserve your legal options.

Evidence That Helps an Uber Case

You do not need everything below to talk to a lawyer, but the sooner details are saved, the easier they are to prove.

Ride details from the app. In the Uber app, open the trip in your past trips and screenshot the receipt: date, pickup and drop-off, route, driver name and photo, and vehicle.
Your report to Uber. If you reported what happened to Uber, save any confirmation, case number or messages.
A medical forensic exam. New York hospitals must offer a forensic rape exam at no cost to you, and you don’t have to report to the police to get one. New York’s evidence kit is generally used within 120 hours of a sexual assault, though other evidence can be found later.[12][13]
Messages and witnesses. Keep texts, in-app messages, and the names of anyone you told afterward, with as many details as you can remember while they are still fresh.
A police report, if you choose to make one. For competent adults, whether to report to law enforcement is generally their choice. Under New York’s 20-year rule, you don’t need a criminal charge or a conviction to bring a civil case.[7]

What Compensation Can I Pursue?

A successful lawsuit may result in financial compensation for:

Why Survivors Choose Survivors Justice

At Survivors Justice, we work with attorneys who not only have the experience to take on rideshare giants like Uber, but who also prioritize trauma-informed legal care. Our mission is to ensure every survivor is treated with respect, discretion, and dignity.

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Uber Lawsuit FAQ

Is there a class action against Uber?
No. Federal cases are coordinated in MDL No. 3084, but each survivor’s case stays individual.[1]

Has any Uber sexual assault case gone to trial?
Yes. Juries returned plaintiff verdicts in the first two federal bellwether trials involving Uber, in February and April 2026. Uber settled the third bellwether case in October 2026, before opening statements.[3][4][5]

Do I need a police report or criminal charges to file?
No. Under New York’s 20-year rule, you don’t need a criminal charge or a conviction to bring a civil case.[7]

Can Uber’s terms force my case into private arbitration?
For a sexual assault dispute or claim that arises or accrues on or after March 3, 2022, federal law lets the survivor choose to bring the case in court, even if the app’s terms call for arbitration.[14]

How long do I have to file?
It depends on where the assault happened and what kind of claim you bring. In New York, survivors of rape and certain other serious sex crimes may have up to 20 years to file certain civil claims, while a claim against the driver for assault or battery generally must be filed within 1 year. See “Deadlines to File an Uber Lawsuit” above.[7][9]

Is the consultation confidential?
Yes. Consultations through Survivor’s Justice are free and confidential.

This page is general information, not legal advice.

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