Uber found liable for driver's assault

Uber had argued that it should not be held responsible for the behavior of an independent contractor, but the jury rejected this defense.

The case is part of a broader legal battle over the safety of rideshare platforms and the extent of their liability for driver misconduct.

This verdict marks the third time Uber has gone to trial over sexual assault allegations, with thousands more claims still pending.

Legal experts suggest the ruling could force significant changes to how the company vets and monitors its drivers.