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How to File a Claim if Sexually Assaulted by an Uber or Lyft Driver

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UBER The article discusses potential legal liability for Uber in cases of sexual assault by drivers, suggesting a duty of care and responsibility for inadequate screening or supervision. This is a factual discussion of legal risks rather than a direct assessment of the company's stock performance. LYFT The article discusses potential legal liability for Lyft in cases of sexual assault by drivers, suggesting a duty of care and responsibility for inadequate screening or supervision. This is a factual discussion of legal risks rather than a direct assessment of the company's stock performance.

How to File a Claim if Sexually Assaulted by an Uber or Lyft Driver FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Law Offices of Jason Turchin, a national personal injury and victim advocacy firm, is helping survivors of sexual assault by Uber or Lyft drivers understand their legal options. In addition to criminal investigations, victims may have the right to pursue civil claims for compensation against the driver and, in some cases, the rideshare company.

"Rideshare companies generally have a duty to take reasonable steps to protect passengers," said Jason Turchin, Esq., who has handled numerous civil cases involving sexual assault. "When drivers are inadequately screened or supervised, and a passenger is harmed, Uber or Lyft may share responsibility."

What to Do After a Rideshare Sexual Assault

Can Uber or Lyft Be Held Liable?

Uber and Lyft may be legally responsible under certain conditions, such as:

Victims of sexual assault may be eligible to recover compensation for:

"Civil cases can provide a path to justice and healing, especially when survivors feel let down by the criminal system," said Turchin. "We can handle these matters with care, compassion, and confidentiality."

Contact the Law Offices of Jason Turchin

If you were sexually assaulted by an Uber or Lyft driver, contact the Law Offices of Jason Turchin for a free and confidential consultation at (800) 337-7755 or visit www.jasonturchin.com.

About the Law Offices of Jason Turchin

The firm represents survivors of sexual assault and other personal injury victims nationwide. Jason Turchin, Esq. has been featured in CBS Evening News, Rolling Stone, and Forbes for his work advocating for victims of negligence and abuse.

Contact:

Jason Turchin

(800) 337-7755

[email protected]

SOURCE Law Offices of Jason Turchin