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Uber Not Liable in Landmark Driver Assault Case

10/1/2025

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A California jury found Uber not liable in the 2016 case.
The verdict acknowledged Uber’s negligence in safety measures but found no substantial factor.
It is the first of more than 500 consolidated Uber driver-assault lawsuits.
Jessica C. testified that Uber driver groped and restrained her, causing PTSD.
Uber says safety measures, including background checks, are sufficient; assaults are rare.

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Story summary

A California jury found Uber not liable in the 2016 case.
The verdict acknowledged Uber’s negligence in safety measures but found no substantial factor.
It is the first of more than 500 consolidated Uber driver-assault lawsuits.
Jessica C. testified that Uber driver groped and restrained her, causing PTSD.
Uber says safety measures, including background checks, are sufficient; assaults are rare.