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Uber Wins UK Black Cab Driver Lawsuit Bid
19 Oct
Summary
- Uber successfully overturned two lawsuits valuing £340 million.
- Lawsuits alleged misleading information was given for a license.
- Uber argued lawsuits were filed after the limitation period.
Uber has achieved a significant legal victory, successfully overturning two lawsuits that collectively amounted to around £340 million. These legal challenges were initiated by thousands of London's black cab drivers, along with two former private hire companies.
The core of the lawsuits, filed in 2024, centered on allegations that Uber had obtained its private hire vehicle operating license in London by providing "misleading and inaccurate information" to Transport for London.
Uber contested these claims, asserting its innocence. Crucially, the ride-hailing giant also contended that the lawsuits had been filed beyond the six-year statutory limitation period applicable to such claims. The High Court's ruling, though not immediately available in full, supported Uber's position, leading to the dismissal of these substantial claims.
