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From Disney to Uber: How Hidden Arbitration Clauses in Terms of Use Dictate Consumer Rights

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In the corporate world, arbitration clauses have become a regular fixture in service agreements, a move that often shifts legal resolution from public courts to private arbitration. The widespread incorporation of such clauses into terms of use agreements by large companies such as Disney and Uber reflects a strategic push to limit public litigation, potentially impacting consumer rights. Arbitration clauses dictate that any dispute must be resolved by a neutral third party rather than through a lawsuit, which can prevent cases from becoming public, attracting media attention, or turning into costly class action suits. While … Read more

Uber Faces Surge in Sexual Assault Lawsuits, Class Action Consolidation as Allegations Mount

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San Francisco, CA – Hundreds of Uber passengers have alleged in a class-action lawsuit that they were sexually assaulted by their drivers, sparking broad legal scrutiny and demanding accountability from the rideshare giant. The cases have been consolidated into a multidistrict litigation (MDL) under “In re: Uber Technologies Inc., Passenger Sexual Assault Litigation – MDL No. 3084”, which as of August 2024 encompasses nearly 400 claims and is expected to surge into the thousands. The lawsuit accuses Uber of failing to conduct sufficient background checks on drivers, lacking adequate safety measures, and prioritizing rapid expansion … Read more

Paso Robles Man Found Guilty of Sexually Assaulting Uber Driver

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Paso Robles, Calif. – A local jury has found a Paso Robles man guilty of sexual battery against a female Uber driver, concluding a distressing case that has sparked discussions about the safety of ride-sharing services and the protection of those who operate them. The verdict came after a thorough examination of the events that took place during an Uber ride earlier this year. According to court documents, the driver, whose identity has been kept confidential to protect her privacy, reported that the passenger assaulted her while she was driving him to his destination. Prosecutors … Read more

Uber Faces Multiple Lawsuits Over Alleged Sexual Assaults by Drivers

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San Francisco, CA — Uber Technologies Inc. is confronting a serious legal challenge as 550 women across the United States have filed lawsuits against the ride-hailing giant, accusing its drivers of sexual assault. The litigations allege that Uber neglected necessary safety measures and oversight, potentially putting millions of passengers at risk. The lawsuits claim a pattern of dangerous lapses in Uber’s vetting and oversight of their drivers. Despite promoting a safe ride environment, Uber failed to implement effective security policies or properly respond to assault reports, according to the allegations. The victims, coming from various … Read more