ATTENTION!
Important Notice for Uber and Lyft Users: Experienced Sexual Assault During a Ride? Your Safety Matters.
Sexual assault is never the victim’s fault. We’re here to remind you that Uber and Lyft rides should be secure and safe. If your experience with a driver has been different, know that you’re not alone. You may be entitled to compensation, and we are committed to assisting you.
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Who May Be Eligible For Compensation
Eligibility for compensation may be possible for those who present evidence of a sexual or physical assault incident occurring while using a ride-sharing service.
As the number of rides with companies like Uber and Lyft rises, so too does the expectation of an increase in complaints. The combination of relaxed hiring procedures, misleading marketing strategies, and general negligence means these companies can no longer evade responsibility for the numerous physical and sexual assaults taking place in their vehicles. If you’ve experienced such an incident, remember, you’re not alone. Our services are dedicated to offering you the support you need.
How Do I Find Out If I'm Eligible For Compensation?
Please fill out the form above and provide as many details as possible. Uploading medical records, evidence of assault or abuse, and the rideshare receipt of the incident will allow us to review your case more efficiently
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you should report rideshare sexual assault to the police immediately. They will investigate your case and gather evidence to arrest your attacker. Reporting your sexual assault to the police ensures that the perpetrator is criminally responsible for their actions.
Several things could happen to the driver if you file a civil claim or report them to local authorities. Most likely, the driver will be deactivated. If your claim is successful, they will be forced to compensate you for monetary and non-monetary damages. If the state successfully prosecutes the perpetrator, they could face time in jail and pay fines for their actions.
Multiple parties could be at fault for sexual assault in a rideshare. First and foremost, the perpetrator or driver could face civil and criminal charges. Taking photos of your injuries or writing down every detail you remember can help. Uber or Lyft could be liable as well. Your rideshare service might have hired someone with a history of sexual assault or failed to act after you reported the incident.
Although contacting an attorney helps you recover financial compensation for your damages, you should contact your lawyer to ensure that parties are held accountable for their actions. If legal action isn’t taken, nothing will change. It’s up to you to proactively pursue justice and help end rideshare sexual abuse. Once you call your lawyer, they’ll handle all the details of your case and identify all at-fault parties.
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