Sexual assault in Uber and Lyft vehicles can manifest in various forms, including unwanted sexual touching, where passengers experience non-consensual physical contact by the driver. Verbal harassment and inappropriate comments are also common, with some drivers engaging in explicit conversations or making sexually explicit remarks. Additionally, sexual propositions and coercion can occur, where drivers may pressure passengers into sexual acts or offer incentives in exchange for sexual favors, creating unsafe and distressing situations for victims.
The damages caused by sexual assault can be severe. Victims regularly suffer physical injuries and debilitating emotional distress. Thankfully, the team at our firm can help injured parties pursue payment for the harm they sustained. There are several different types of sexual assault that can occur in ridesharing vehicles.
If you suffered any of the following, then our Uber or Lyft sexual assault lawyers can evaluate your options for pursuing compensation. Unwanted sexual touching is a prevalent form of sexual assault that occurs in rideshare vehicles. This may involve the driver making inappropriate physical contact with the passenger, such as touching their thigh, breast, or genital area without consent.
Passengers may also experience unwelcome advances or attempts to initiate sexual contact. Verbal harassment is another common occurrence, where the driver makes sexually explicit comments, engages in explicit conversations, or tells offensive jokes.
These comments can create a hostile and uncomfortable environment for passengers and may escalate to more severe forms of sexual assault. Some victims report that drivers have made explicit sexual propositions, offering rides or discounts in exchange for sexual favors. Coercion can be subtle or explicit, with drivers pressuring passengers into sexual acts by using their position of power and control over the ride. In some cases, passengers have reported being drugged by drivers, leading to incapacitation and sexual assault.
