Uber’s Strategy for Fighting Sexual Assault Suits: ‘What Were You Wearing?’

Uber's legal representatives have questioned passengers in sexual assault cases about their clothing and alcohol consumption, according to depositions and court documents reviewed by Reuters. The company's public statements have committed to handling claims "in a way that is best for the survivor," while internal litigation strategy has included cross-examination tactics focused on victim behavior and circumstances. In one case, a lawyer representing Uber asked a passenger about her outfit during the night of an alleged assault. The depositions show Uber has used standard adversarial legal defense approaches in civil suits brought by passengers alleging driver misconduct.

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