US EditionDOJ accuses Uber of discriminating against riders with disabilities
The DOJ alleges Uber discriminated against disabled passengers by refusing rides, charging illegal fees, and failing to accommodate, seeking $125 million in damages and policy changes.
- The Justice Department announced a lawsuit against Uber for allegedly discriminating against disabled riders, including wheelchair users and blind passengers with service animals, on September 12, 2025.
- The lawsuit claims Uber violated Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act by denying transportation to disabled individuals and imposing surcharges for accommodations.
- The Justice Department seeks to change Uber's policies to better accommodate disabled riders and train drivers on ADA compliance.
- Uber denies the allegations, asserting a zero-tolerance policy for service denials and commitment to accessibility laws.
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Uber faces $125 million US lawsuit for alleged discrimination
Uber Technologies Inc. has been taken to court in a new case instituted by the United States government on behalf of hundreds of aggrieved individuals. Uber faces charges of alleged discrimination against passengers with disabilities, including those who use service animals and mobility devices such as wheelchairs. The litigation is part of efforts to protect people with disabilities and ensure equal opportunity and full participation in America…
Uber sued by federal government over alleged discrimination against people with disabilities
The Department of Justice said Uber drivers routinely refuse to serve individuals with disabilities, including those with service dogs. Uber is the largest ride-hailing company in the U.S.
The Department of Justice (DOJ) sued Uber for allegedly discriminating against passengers with disabilities. According to the Trump Administration, the travel company consistently refuses to board passengers in wheelchairs, blind or with service dogs. The lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California and demands $125 million in compensation. Read more]]>
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