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Judges and Judiciary

Jun. 16, 2023

‘Toss claims, punitives,’ Uber asks in passenger abuse case

After nearly two years of logistical maneuvering in this Judicial Council coordinated proceeding, a master complaint was filed by the plaintiffs on March 7, alleging a companywide failure to investigate sexual assault claims,

Uber Technologies Inc. asked a judge Thursday to toss four sets of claims and the request for punitive damages in the master complaint in a coordinated proceeding from 362 passengers. They are attempting to hold the ride-share company liable for the sexual assaults they allegedly suffered at the hands of drivers.

After nearly two years of logistical maneuvering in this Judicial Council coordinated proceeding, a master complaint was filed b...

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