Everything to Know About Uber Sexual Assault Lawsuits
Victims can receive compensation for damages from Uber sexual assault claims. Here is everything you need to know about Uber sexual assault lawsuits.
If someone has been sexually assaulted in an Uber or by an Uber driver, they have many options, including suing. To win an Uber sexual assault lawsuit, victims should gather enough evidence to prove sexual assault.
Uber Sexual Assault Lawsuits
Victims of sexual assault or rate from an Uber driver can file a lawsuit against the driver and the company. The laws on damages for each case depend on the state. For example, some states allow for punitive and exemplary damages. However, all states allow for recoverable damages for economic and non-economic losses. Lost wages and medical expenses are examples of economic losses. Psychological damage and emotional harm are examples of non-economic losses.
In 2019, Uber released a safety report explaining there were nearly 6,000 sexual assault claims and over 400 rape reports from 2017-2018. The vast majority of victims were women.
Victims have options if they experience sexual assault in an Uber. They can report the incident to their local police department and/or Uber itself. With either option, the victim should gather evidence of the incident.
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How to File an Uber Sexual Assault Lawsuit
Victims can take a few steps if they experienced sexual assault in an Uber:
- Call 911 and get to a safe place,
- Seek medical attention if needed,
- Report the assault,
- Gather evidence (date, locational, time, etc.), then
- Contact an authority.
A victim can file an assault report to either law enforcement or Uber. For the former, the victim can contact their local police department and report the crime. Reporting the crime is not the same as filing a civil lawsuit. However, the victim’s report may become a criminal investigation.
For the latter, victims can file reports of sexual assault with the company. To do so, the victim can call 1-800-354-6012 or leave their information in the “report an incident” questionnaire. These options are available 24/7. If the victim chooses to fill out the “report an incident” questionnaire, they can input their phone number, incident information, and email.
Victims can also contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline (800-656-4673) to speak to a staff member who can review their options and discuss the best course of action. Victims can also reach out to sexual assault attorneys in their area for assistance in creating the best plan for their case.
How to Win a Uber Sexual Assualt Lawsuit
The victim should gather sufficient evidence before filing and contact an attorney to create a strong case. The victim should try to gather information on the location, time, day, driver, etc. when the incident occurred. Victims should try to file the report as soon as they feel comfortable.
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If applicable, the victim should gather evidence from witnesses or photographs from the accident scene. However, no clear way for a victim to win a lawsuit exists. Remaining prepared and timely is essential to building the strongest possible case.
FAQs about How to File & Win an Uber Sexual Assault Lawsuit
What to do before filing an Uber sexual assault report?
Before filing a report, the victim should get medical attention. The victim should then try to gather evidence on the incident, such as the location and driver’s name. The victim must have information on the incident to file a report with Uber. Thus, preparing is essential to filing a report successfully.
What should a person do after filing an Uber sexual assault report?
After filing a report, the victim can also file a report with their local police department. Victims should reach out to emotional support options, such as helplines. A victim can gather additional evidence while waiting for a response to their case.
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