In a landmark ruling, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has allowed more than 1,600 sexual assault cases against Uber to proceed before a San Francisco judge. This ruling counters Uber’s argument that a clause in its user agreement prevented mass lawsuits. The court's decision has significant implications not just for Uber, but also for other companies like Lyft and various independent-contractor apps facing similar sexual assault liability claims. Experts highlight the case's importance in shaping the accountability of ride-hailing and gig economy platforms in the realm of user safety.
The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals disagreed, allowing the more than 1,600 cases to continue in San Francisco before a single judge.
Hundreds of rape survivors claim the tech giant skimped on driver background checks, failed to report sexual violence to police, and allowed sex offenders to drive for the company.
Judge Lucy Haeron Koh wrote that 50 years of precedent stood against the type of reversal sought by the ride-sharing app.
The appellate court said federal law trumps Uber's terms of use agreement, which U.S. District Judge Breyer deemed unenforceable.
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