Platform Workers Uber found liable for sexual assault in bellwether trial Awarding $8.5m in damages, jury finds driver was an “apparent agent” of the platform during assault iStock.com/Josie_Desmarais Image Josh Stephens Senior Reporter Monday 09 February 2026 An Arizona federal jury has found Uber liable for the sexual assault of a passenger by one of its drivers, with the platform ordered to pay out $8.5m (£6.2m) in compensation. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Platform Workers Instacart hit with $17m jury award for driver’s fatal crash Platform Workers Beating of Houston Uber driver highlights dangers of gig work Disputes Tribunal holds property company liable for Christmas party rape Harassment McDonald’s franchise settles teenager’s rape claim for $4.35m