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Can You Sue Uber for Sexual Assault in New York?

Yes — survivors of Uber sexual assault in New York can pursue a civil lawsuit against Uber for failing to screen and supervise its drivers.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I sue Uber directly, or only the driver who assaulted me?

You may be able to bring a civil claim against Uber itself under theories of negligent hiring, negligent screening, and negligent retention. Uber has a legal duty to vet the people it puts behind the wheel — and when it fails that duty, it can be held accountable alongside the individual who committed the assault.

Does a civil lawsuit mean I have to go to court and testify publicly?

Most civil cases resolve without a trial. At Banville Law, you proceed entirely at your own pace — there is no obligation to move forward until you are ready, and you decide every step along the way.

Is my conversation with Banville Law confidential?

Yes. Attorney-client privilege protects everything you share with Banville Law from the very first conversation. Nothing you say can be disclosed without your consent.

What if the assault happened years ago — can I still file?

It depends on when and where the assault occurred. For adult survivors, New York's Adult Survivors Act (CPLR 214-j) provides a 7-year statute of limitations from the last act of abuse, or 3 years from discovery of the connection to your injury. A Banville Law partner attorney can review the timeline and advise whether a claim is still available to you.

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Laurence Banville is a New York personal injury attorney and the Managing Partner of Banville Law. Born in County Wexford, Ireland, he earned his law degree summa cum laude from University College Dublin and once defended insurance companies in product-liability litigation — experience he now uses for injured New Yorkers. He has been named to the Irish Legal 100 and the Irish Echo’s Top 40 Under 40, and is an AVVO Rated attorney.

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