You trusted a rideshare to get you home safely. Instead, you were assaulted by the very person responsible for your safety. Uber, Lyft, and other rideshare companies have a duty to screen their drivers and protect passengers. When they fail, survivors have the right to hold both the driver and the company accountable. Phoong Law represents rideshare sexual assault survivors across California, Nevada, and Texas. You pay nothing unless we win.
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Rideshare companies market themselves as safe, convenient transportation. But thousands of sexual assaults by rideshare drivers are reported every year. Survivors have legal options beyond the criminal justice system, including civil lawsuits that can hold both the driver and the rideshare platform financially responsible.
Rideshare companies can be held liable. Uber, Lyft, and similar platforms have a legal responsibility to conduct thorough background checks, monitor driver behavior, and respond to complaints. When they cut corners on screening or ignore red flags, they share liability for assaults committed by their drivers. Civil lawsuits can target both the individual driver and the corporate entity.
Civil claims are separate from criminal cases. You can pursue a civil lawsuit even if the driver was never arrested, charges were dropped, or the criminal case is still pending. The burden of proof in civil court is lower, and the focus is on obtaining financial compensation rather than criminal punishment.
Time limits apply, but survivor protections exist. In California, survivors of sexual assault generally have 10 years to file a civil claim. Nevada allows up to 20 years for certain sexual abuse claims. In Texas, the statute of limitations for sexual assault is 5 years. These extended windows recognize that many survivors need time before they are ready to come forward.
Forced arbitration clauses may not apply. Federal law now prohibits companies from forcing sexual assault survivors into private arbitration. This means you have the right to file your case in open court, where rideshare companies face public accountability rather than a closed door proceeding.
Compensation covers the full impact of the assault. Survivors can recover damages for therapy and counseling, lost wages, medical treatment, emotional distress, pain and suffering, and loss of quality of life. Punitive damages may also apply when a company’s negligence was especially egregious.
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Your identity is protected throughout the entire legal process. Courts allow survivors to file under pseudonyms, and we never share your story without your consent.
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We pursue claims against Uber, Lyft, and other platforms directly, not just the individual driver. These companies profit from every ride and must answer for safety failures.
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Our attorneys handle your case on contingency. You pay nothing out of pocket at any point unless we recover compensation for you.
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Federal law protects sexual assault survivors from being forced into private arbitration. You have the right to take your case to court.
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Uber has faced thousands of reported sexual assaults by drivers. We hold both the driver and Uber accountable when their screening and safety measures fail passengers.
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Lyft passengers have reported assaults ranging from unwanted touching to rape. We pursue claims against the driver and Lyft for negligent hiring and inadequate safety protocols.
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When a rideshare company ignores prior complaints about a driver and that driver assaults another passenger, the company bears direct responsibility for enabling the harm.
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Drivers who exploit passengers who are intoxicated, asleep, or otherwise vulnerable commit a serious crime. We pursue maximum compensation in these cases.
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Rideshare apps promise GPS tracking, driver verification, and emergency features. When these systems fail or are inadequate, the company shares liability for resulting assaults.
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Beyond Uber and Lyft, assaults also occur in taxi services, shuttle companies, and private car services. We pursue claims against any transportation provider that fails its passengers.
Use our free tools to get a preliminary estimate of your case value and check your filing deadline.
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Get a quick estimate of what your rideshare assault case might be worth based on your injuries and damages.
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Rideshare sexual assault claims have specific filing deadlines that vary by state and circumstance. Use this tool to check how much time you have to pursue legal action.
Rideshare companies have billion dollar legal teams designed to protect their brand. Survivors deserve an attorney who will not back down. Attorney Anh Phoong founded her firm to level the playing field for people harmed by powerful corporations that prioritize profit over passenger safety.
With 13 offices across California, Nevada, and Texas and more than $300 million recovered for clients, Anh’s team has the resources to take on Uber, Lyft, and other major companies. They work with forensic investigators, digital evidence specialists, and trauma counselors to build airtight cases while protecting your privacy at every step. Over 10,000 cases won and a 4.8 star rating speak to the results they deliver.
Every consultation is free, strictly confidential, available 24/7, and offered in multiple languages. Anh’s team takes rideshare assault cases on contingency, meaning you pay nothing unless they win. You trusted a rideshare with your safety. Now trust Phoong Law with your justice.
Rideshare regulations, sexual assault civil statutes, and survivor protections vary by state and city. A local Phoong Law attorney understands the specific laws and court systems that apply to your case. Choose your location below.
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Everything you share with us is strictly confidential. Every consultation is free. Rideshare companies count on survivors staying silent. Do not let them. Contact your nearest Phoong Law office today for a free, private case evaluation.
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