Uber held liable, ordered to pay $8.5M in driver rape suit
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by solidsnack9000
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Uber was found liable under the doctrine of "apparent agency" -- although Uber drivers are independent contractors, they are presented to the end user in a way that conveys a strong impression of acting on behalf of the company -- being agents of the company. Therefore, their independent contractor status is no obstacle to holding Uber responsible for their conduct.
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