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This is our running summary of the Uber passenger sexual assault litigation. We rewrite it each month. It was last checked on November 12, 2026.
Assaulted During an Uber or Lyft Ride?
You may have a claim if both are true:
- A driver assaulted, groped, kidnapped or seriously harassed you during a ride booked through the app, or right after it.
- It happened within your state’s filing deadline, which can be as short as one to two years.
A trip receipt or your app history helps, but you do not need a police report or a criminal charge. Call 866-837-1010 or send us a message. The call is confidential and the review is free.
Where the Uber Lawsuit Stands in November 2026
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| Federal cases | MDL 3084, Northern District of California, Judge Charles Breyer |
| Cases pending | 4,548 on November 2, 2026 |
| Verdicts | $8.5 million (February 5, 2026) and $5,000 (April 20, 2026) |
| Third bellwether | Settled October 2, 2026, just before opening statements |
| Next trial | A.R.2 v. Uber, January 11, 2027 |
| Settlements | About 1,350 claims with agreements or agreements in principle as of mid-July; no global settlement |
What Has Happened in 2026
- February 5: the first federal bellwether jury found Uber liable for its driver’s assault and awarded $8.5 million.
- April 10: Judge Breyer ruled that Uber is a common carrier under North Carolina law.
- April 20: the second bellwether ended in a $5,000 verdict for the plaintiff.
- Mid-July: roughly 1,350 claims (972 federal, 379 in California state court) were reported as subject to settlement agreements or agreements in principle.
- October 2: Uber settled the third bellwether, a Texas woman’s case, before opening statements.
When Could the Uber Cases Settle?
Cases are already resolving, but in groups and one trial at a time, not through a single announced deal. The January 2027 trial is the next fixed date. Our article on Uber sexual assault lawsuit settlement amounts explains what the verdicts do and do not say about value.
Lyft
Lyft’s federal litigation, MDL 3171 before Judge Rita F. Lin, held 150 cases on November 2, 2026. More than 2,000 claims are coordinated in California state court, where the next trials are reported for February and July 2027. See our Lyft sexual assault lawsuit page.
If This Happened to You
You do not need a police report, and claims are routinely filed under a pseudonym. Deadlines differ by state and some are short; Alabama’s is generally two years. Our Uber and Lyft sexual assault lawyer page explains the process. RAINN’s National Sexual Assault Hotline is 800-656-4673.
Talk With a Rideshare Assault Lawyer
Fob & Foster Personal Injury Lawyers review these claims at no charge. Call 866-837-1010 or send us a message. There is no fee unless we recover for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the latest on the Uber sexual assault lawsuit?
As of November 2026, 4,548 cases are pending in MDL 3084. Federal juries have returned two verdicts, Uber settled the third bellwether on October 2, and the next trial, A.R.2 v. Uber, is set for January 11, 2027.
When will the Uber sexual assault lawsuit be settled?
There is no global settlement and no date for one. About 1,350 claims had settlement agreements or agreements in principle as of mid-July 2026, which shows cases are resolving in groups while trials continue.
Is there a Lyft lawsuit too?
Yes. Federal Lyft cases are in MDL 3171, which held 150 cases on November 2, 2026, and more than 2,000 claims are coordinated in California state court.
Fob James, IV
Fob James obtained a B.S., in software engineering from Auburn University and then continued his education by getting his J.D. from Vanderbilt University School of Law. After working for a large national firm for several years, Fob found that his passion was fighting for individuals who have been seriously injured or wronged by others. Fob believes that the jury is the great equalizer to the power and influence that large corporations have in society. Many of Fob’s cases are high profile and have been featured in, among others: Bloomberg News, PlanAdvisor, AL.com, PlanSponsor, National Law Review, and BusinessInsider. For his work in obtaining numerous multi-million dollar outcomes for his clients, Fob has been recognized by: National Trial Lawyers Top 100, SuperLawyers Rising Star (2020-2026), Birmingham Business Journal Who’s Who in Law (2023-2025), and TrustAnalytica – Top Personal Injury Lawyers in Alabama.