Uber Technologies (UBER) Is Defending A Negligent Hiring Lawsuit

Uber Technologies (NYSE:UBER) is facing a negligent hiring lawsuit after a driver was accused of sexually assaulting a passenger. The complaint alleges the driver had a prior criminal history that should have been flagged by Uber’s background check process. The case challenges Uber’s screening standards and could draw closer attention from regulators to its rider safety protocols. Alongside this alleged negligent hiring and assault case, Uber’s broader business story still extends well...