Defending Victims of Sexual Assault in Rideshares

Unfortunately, it’s not uncommon for passengers in rideshare vehicles (like Uber and Lyft) to be sexually assaulted. However, there is legal recourse for victims of Uber/Lyft sexual assaults. If you’ve been sexually assaulted in an Uber, Lyft, or similar rideshare service, get connected to an attorney with one of our Uber Sexual Assault Attorneys in California today. We won’t charge you a dime unless you win your case.

Why Choose Her Lawyer?

Her Lawyer is uniquely suited to help you during this difficult time. Our lawyers have specialized experience and expertise with rideshare and sexual assault laws. We are ready to provide you with the support you need. We will be with you every step of the way to fight for your rights and get the justice you deserve. Our attorneys operate throughout California in:

• Los Angeles
• Orange County
• San Diego
• Bay Area

Sexual Assault Laws in California

According to the California Penal Code, sexual assault is the unwanted physical contact of another person’s “intimate parts.” Physical contact may include nonconsensual touching, kissing, touching, or rape. Some examples of sexual assault include:

• Nonconsensual sexual contact or intercourse
• Attempted rape
• Pressure or harassment to engage in sexual activity

California law recognizes sexual assault as when a victim is touched in their intimate parts without consent by their assaulter. Sexual assault occurs when the assaulter demonstrates a clear intention to seek sexual gratification, arousal, or abuse without the victim’s consent. Uber or rideshare sexual assault falls under the general umbrella of sexual assault and can be prosecuted accordingly.

Consent is defined as a clearly affirmed agreement to participate in sexual activity by all participants. Consent must be a verbal and affirmative agreement to engage in sexual activity. Only a clear “yes” is consent. Silence, “maybe,” or a lack of “no” is NOT consent. An individual cannot provide consent if they were intoxicated, unconscious, or otherwise incapacitated.

Taking Legal Action Against an Assaulter in an Uber

If you have experienced sexual assault related to rideshare services, you have the right to press charges. An experienced attorney from Her Lawyer is ready to support you throughout the legal process and fight for your rights. In order to prove a case of sexual assault, your lawyer will help you argue that:

• the rideshare driver touched the victim’s intimate parts without their consent
  the rideshare driver intended to sexually assault the victim for the purpose of sexual gratification, arousal, or abuse.

The statute of limitations for sexual assault varies depending on the victim. Victims have up to 10 years after the last incident of assault or within 3 years of discovering an injury caused by the assault to file a lawsuit against their assaulter. If the dates are different, the later date of the two applies.

How Can an Uber Sexual Assault Attorney Help Me?

Understanding Sexual Assault and Rideshare Laws

Uber sexual assault cases involve various types of laws and legal precedents because they handle both sexual assault and rideshare laws. The intermingling and balance of the different laws can get confusing, so it is important to have an experienced and knowledgeable attorney on your side. Our lawyers have the right background and education to properly guide you through the legal process and help you seek justice.

Supporting You Through the Legal Process

Filing a lawsuit after experiencing sexual assault can be very difficult. Regularly reliving the trauma, talking about an intimate interaction, and going public can be a lot to deal with. It is important to have the right people supporting you throughout the legal process and beyond. Our passionate and understanding lawyers will be with you every step of the way.

Uber/Lyft Sexual Assault – Attorney Principles

Listening to You

Sexual assault is often overlooked in the legal field, but we are here to listen to you. At Her Lawyer, we are proud to support victims and hear their stories. We believe in victims and their trauma, and we will fight to have your story heard as well.

Protecting Your Rights

Our commitment to justice includes fighting for your rights as a woman. Your rights are important to us, especially during such a vulnerable time. We do everything in our power to protect your rights as a victim and as a woman.

Sensitive to Your Needs

We understand that it can be hard to face an Uber sexual assault case. The different steps and extended processes can be exhausting, and we are here to help you with anything you might need. Our Uber Sexual Assault Attorneys are equipped with a specialized understanding of how to handle your situation and support you throughout the legal process.