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Lawsuit accuses Uber Technologies, Inc. and one of its drivers of false imprisonment, assault, gross negligence.
The lawsuit alleges Uber's platform gives drivers too much control over ending rides for passengers.
KEY POINTS
- Plaintiffs claim Uber lacks a real-time mechanism for non-account holders to safely terminate rides.
- The driver allegedly refused to let the family exit unless the trip was canceled via the app.
- Uber is accused of negligent hiring, training, and supervision regarding driver response to safety complaints.
- The family seeks over $1 million in damages, citing physical injury and ongoing trauma.
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