California Uber and Lyft lawyers file sexual assault lawsuits.
California Uber and Lyft Sexual Assault Lawyers
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Our California Uber and Lyft lawyers file sexual assault lawsuits for rideshare abuse victims. California Uber and Lyft lawsuits claim rideshare companies failed to perform adequate background checks on drivers or warn passengers of the sexual assault risk.
As such, rideshare passengers sexually assaulted by an Uber or Lyft driver may be eligible to claim a cash settlement.
Uber and Lyft Failed to Protect Passengers
Our team of California Uber and Lyft sexual assault attorneys have represented thousands of victims of dangerous consumer products. In doing so, we have recovered millions of dollars in settlement funds on their behalf.
However, we only pursue compensation from rideshare companies and their affiliates, and do not file claims against our clients’ assailant, employer or medical providers.
No Legal Fee Unless You Obtain a Settlement
While compensation may be available to qualified rideshare claimants, victims are urged to act promptly. The #1 claim California Uber and Lyft riders can make for sexual assault compensation is one that is filed within the Statute of Limitations time period. (Follow this link for our latest information on the Uber-Lyft Multi-District Litigation.)
Our California Uber and Lyft sexual abuse lawyers are available to review claims now. We offer a free case evaluation to confirm the use of a qualified rideshare company and the occurrence of a related assault. Further, we never charge a legal fee unless a financial recovery is obtained for our client.
Contact our California rideshare assault lawyers today.
California Rideshare Lawyers File Sexual Assault Cases Statewide
Federal Sexual Assault Claims in CA
California is part of the Ninth Circuit of the U.S. Courts system, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals hears appeals. California Uber and Lyft lawyers can file federal assault lawsuits in the 9th Circuit’s local U.S. District Court. However, these cases may be transferred to a centralized jurisdiction pursuant to a Multi-District Litigation (MDL) Transfer Order. (Click here for our additional information on Ninth Circuit Uber-Lyft settlements.)
California State Sexual Assault Claims
Californians also have the right to file Uber and Lyft lawsuits in the State’s county courts (CA Courts website). Section 1714 of the California Civil Code sets forth the State’s procedural law for personal injury claims.
The State of California is governed by a pure comparative negligence rule. Accordingly, a California Uber and Lyft lawyer can recover damages for wrongful conduct by a driver even if the sexual assault victim is up to 99% at fault. However, the victim’s recovery is reduced by their own degree of fault (if any).
Click here to view rideshare assault information reported by ABC News 7 of San Francisco.
Pertinent claim filing information is provided below.
San Francisco Bay Area Courts for Northern CA Uber-Lyft Assault Lawsuits
San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose and Eureka area Uber and Lyft victims can file federal sexual assault lawsuits at these four (4) divisional locations of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California (NDCA website). The NDCA is presided over by approximately twenty-five (25) active judges and twelve (12) magistrates.
In addition, the 15 million residents of Northern CA can file state court Uber and Lyft lawsuits at their nearby county courthouses. This environmentally conscious community is a leader in innovation and progressive policy.
Bay Area
The San Francisco Bay Area, a global hub for the technology industry, is home to Uber and Lyft passengers affiliated with Silicon Valley’s major tech companies and startup ventures alike. San Francisco Bay Area Uber and Lyft lawyers can file sexual assault lawsuits in the County of San Francisco, San Mateo in Redwood City, Santa Clara in San Jose, Alameda in Oakland, and Contra Costa in Martinez.
North Coast
California’s North Coast, a leading grower of almonds, wine grapes and rice, employs rideshare users who enjoy farming conditions supported by moisture from the adjacent Pacific Ocean, as well as the Russian River and Eel River. These waterbodies likewise support a robust fishing industry, as well as Redwood National and State Parks.
North Coast residents can file Uber and Lyft claims here in the County of Sonoma in Santa Rosa, Marin in San Rafael, Monterey in Salinas, and Santa Cruz, CA.
Sacramento & Fresno Courts for Eastern CA Uber-Lyft Assault Lawsuits
Sacramento and Fresno area Uber and Lyft victims can file federal sexual assault lawsuits at these two (2) divisional locations of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California (EDCA website). The EDCA is presided over by approximately six (6) active judges, three (3) senior (semi-retired) judges, and twelve (12) magistrates.
In addition, the 3 million residents of Eastern CA can file state court Uber and Lyft lawsuits at their nearby county courthouses. The region’s unique geography accessible by rideshare includes the towering Sierra Nevada mountains, parts of the Mojave Desert, volcanic formations, and Lake Tahoe.
Sacramento Valley
Sacramento Valley’s rolling hills are home to the Sacramento River, which provides one-third of California’s water supply. Its economy is supported by rideshare passengers working in government, healthcare, technology, and agriculture.
Sacramento Valley Uber and Lyft lawyers can file sexual assault lawsuits in the County of Sacramento, Solano in Fairfield, Yolo in Woodland and Davis, Butte in Chico and Shasta in Redding. Claims can additionally be filed for Uber and Lyft passengers from the County of Placer in Roseville, El Dorado in Placerville, and across California’s Sierra Nevada foothills.
San Joaquin Valley
The San Joaquin Valley is a major agricultural community. Supported by the California Aqueduct, farmers here produce over 250 crops and supply a significant portion of the nation’s produce. Popular crops grown by Uber and Lyft riders here include almonds, grapes, cotton, tomatoes, and citrus. Notwithstanding its moniker as “the food basket of the world”, the region is also a significant oil producer, producing approximately 100 million barrels per year.
San Joaquin Valley rideshare lawyers can file sexual assault claims in the County of San Joaquin in Stockton, Stanislaus in Modesto, Fresno, Tulare in Visalia, and Kern in Bakersfield, California.
Los Angeles Courts for Central CA Uber-Lyft Assault Lawsuits
Los Angeles, Santa Ana and Riverside rideshare passengers can file federal sexual assault lawsuits at these three (3) divisional locations of the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California (CDCA website). The CDCA is presided over by approximately twenty-eight (28) active judges, twelve (12) senior (semi-retired) judges, and twenty-three (23) magistrates.
In addition, the 18.5 million residents of the Greater Los Angeles area can file state court Uber and Lyft lawsuits at their nearby county courthouses. This high-energy community is primarily centered around the movie and TV entertainment industry. However, residents have recently been impacted by severe wildfires, causing many to flee.
Nevertheless, Los Angeles Uber and Lyft lawyers are still filing sexual assault lawsuits in the County of L.A. in Los Angeles, Orange in Santa Ana, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura, as well as for Inland Empire residents of Riverside and San Bernardino, CA.
San Diego Courts for Southern CA Uber-Lyft Assault Lawsuits
San Diego and Imperial area Uber and Lyft passengers can file federal sexual assault lawsuits at these two (2) divisional locations of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California (SDCA website). The CDCA is presided over by approximately twenty-three (23) active judges, fourteen (14) visiting judges, and twelve (12) magistrates.
In addition, the 3.8 million residents of the diverse San Diego border area can file state court rideshare lawsuits at the local San Diego County courthouse, as well as the Imperial County courthouse in El Centro, California.
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