Chicago Uber Sexual Assault Attorney

Chicago Is Not Exempt From the Uber Assault Crisis

As one of the largest cities in the United States, Chicago has thousands of Uber drivers operating 24 hours a day. From downtown bars to university campuses, office parks, and airports, rideshare passengers include students, professionals, tourists, and families.

Despite Uber's monthly safety marketing, survivors continue to report misconduct, from unwanted touching to horrific assaults, committed by drivers the company vetted, hired, and paid.

While many cases in Illinois never make the news due to confidentiality, local media have documented multiple Chicago-area Uber drivers arrested for sexual assault over the past several years. In some cases, drivers previously reported remain on the platform.

When a company ignores warning signs, it isn't an accident. It's negligence.

What Behavior Qualifies for a Chicago Uber Sexual Assault Lawsuit?

According to Uber's own Safety Report, the company documented thousands of sexual misconduct complaints received across the United States. Types of conduct that may qualify for a lawsuit include:

• Non-consensual sexual penetration,
• Attempted non-consensual sexual penetration,
• Non-consensual kissing of a sexual body part,
• Non-consensual touching of a sexual body part, or
• Non-consensual kissing of a non-sexual body part.

It's important to understand that this report's categories may not include all incidents of sexual harassment, coercion, or other predatory behavior. If something happened in an Uber ride that left you feeling violated, frightened, or abused, we encourage you to speak with a legal advocate to understand your options.

Can I File a Lawsuit Against Uber in Chicago?

Yes. While Uber publicly claims that assaults are rare and that drivers are independent contractors, multiple lawsuits across the country have proven that the company can be held accountable for failing to:

• Properly screen and vet drivers;
• Remove dangerous drivers after complaints;
• Respond to reports of rape or assault in a timely, empathetic manner; and
• Implement meaningful safety measures to protect riders from harm.

These failures may constitute corporate negligence, and survivors have every right to demand justice from individual perpetrators and the company that allows them to remain behind the wheel.

You shouldn't have to choose between silence and suffering, and you don't have to carry this alone. If you were assaulted during an Uber ride in the Chicago area, the legal system provides a path forward. And we'll walk it with you.

Call (415) 426-3000 or contact Levin Simes online today for a confidential, compassionate conversation.

How We Hold Uber Accountable

At Levin Simes, we represent survivors in individual Uber sexual assault lawsuits as well as in coordinated efforts nationwide. Many cases involve holding Uber accountable for:

• Negligent hiring of drivers with unsafe backgrounds;
• Negligent supervision or failure to suspend drivers after complaints;
• Negligent failure to warn passengers of risk; and
• Product liability, such as not installing proper GPS tracking, audio recording, or passenger alerts.

Studies have shown that survivors who work with an experienced Chicago Uber sexual assault law firm recover, on average, more than three times the amount received by individuals who pursue claims alone. This difference is not just financial—it reflects access to care, protection of your privacy, and your ability to move forward.

We understand that a dollar amount can never undo what happened. But a successful claim can cover:

• Medical bills and therapy;
• Lost work or income;
• Pain, suffering, PTSD, and emotional distress;
• Long-term recovery support; and
• The pursuit of accountability, which may prevent future harm to others.

You deserve to be heard. And you deserve experienced legal advocates beside you.

What Laws Protect Uber Assault Survivors in Chicago?

Several Illinois laws may offer protection and cause of action for survivors who were assaulted by Uber drivers.

• Illinois Gender Violence Act. Offers survivors the ability to bring a lawsuit for gender-related violence, including sexual assault, against both individuals and entities that facilitated the harm.
• Crime Victim Compensation Act. Survivors of violent crime may be eligible for victim assistance through the Illinois Attorney General's Office, including reimbursement for out-of-pocket costs.

A Chicago Uber sexual assault attorney can help you understand which legal options are most aligned with your needs and goals.

What to Do After a Sexual Assault by an Uber Driver in Chicago

After a traumatic event, it can feel impossible to know what to do next. Whether the assault happened days ago or years ago, here are a few steps you may consider:

1. Seek medical care, even if you aren't sure whether you want to talk about the assault in a clinical setting. Documenting any physical symptoms or injuries may support your healing and your case.
2. Preserve evidence, including ride receipts, in-app messages, photos, or records of complaints made to Uber.
3. Consider reporting the incident to the police or, at a minimum, making a complaint through Uber's platform so the incident is recorded.
4. Contact a Chicago Uber sexual assault lawyer to explore your rights. You do not have to press charges to pursue justice through a civil claim.

We will never pressure you to make a decision. We will simply help you understand what's possible and protect your privacy at every stage.

"You've gone through something unimaginable, and we want to ensure you're treated with the care and respect you deserve while we guide you through the process."

— Laurel L. Simes | Founding Attorney

We're Fighting for Survivors, One Case at a Time.

At Levin Simes, we know how difficult it is to speak up, especially against a powerful, well-funded corporation like Uber. But you won't be doing it alone. Our firm has worked alongside survivors nationwide to bring accountability and build safer systems.

We have already recovered compensation for more than 500 Uber and Lyft sexual assault clients, and we're ready to hear your story when you're ready to share it.