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Uber Faces Thousands of Lawsuits Amid Safety Concerns

4/22/2025

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Uber is grappling with a staggering 2,683 to 3,483 lawsuits in the U.S. tied to sexual assault claims, exposing alarming safety shortcomings. Between 2017 and 2020, nearly 10,000 assault incidents were reported. Advocates are calling for urgent regulatory action, demanding stricter safety protocols, such as mandatory background checks and enhanced in-car safety technology, to safeguard riders.

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Story summary

Uber is grappling with a staggering 2,683 to 3,483 lawsuits in the U.S. tied to sexual assault claims, exposing alarming safety shortcomings. Between 2017 and 2020, nearly 10,000 assault incidents were reported. Advocates are calling for urgent regulatory action, demanding stricter safety protocols, such as mandatory background checks and enhanced in-car safety technology, to safeguard riders.