Safety has been a key concern from the very beginning, especially since drivers are considered independent contractors rather than direct Uber employees. As Bloomberg highlights, the

Harassment and assault are a growing concern amongst rideshare customers. In August 2025, the New York Times reported that Uber received “a report of sexual assault or sexual misconduct in the United States almost every eight minutes on average between 2017 and 2022.

Uber Technologies Inc. said that a feature designed to match female riders and drivers will be available nationwide, expanding access to a safety measure as it seeks to resolve thousands of sexual assault complaints from passengers in the US.

Consumer Justice Law Firm secures a huge payout for client after SambaSafety's negligent and willful reporting violations left her without a

Allegations of Uber drivers assaulting and sexually harassing passengers have led the state comptroller’s office to file a shareholder proposal seeking an explanation of how the company is addressing the problem. The proposal, filed on behalf of the New ...