# Seattle Parents Win $40M Against Uber

> Seattle parents receive $40 million after Uber driver killed 23-year-old passenger on California highway.
- Title: Seattle Parents Win $40M Against Uber · Seattletimes
- Summary: Seattle parents receive $40 million after Uber driver killed 23-year-old passenger on California highway. Seattle parents won $40 million from Uber following…
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- Source: Seattletimes — https://seattletimes.com/business/parents-awarded-40-million-after-uber-found-liable-for-passenger-who-was-fatally-struck-on-highway
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## Parents awarded $40M
Seattle parents Carol Normandin and Ken Parker won $40 million after an arbitrator found Uber and driver Vu Tran liable for their daughter Emily Normandin-Parker's death.
## Daughter's death details
Emily Normandin-Parker was fatally struck after Uber driver Vu Tran pulled over on Route 73 in Orange County where she and her friend got out of the car.
## Arbitrator's ruling
Arbitrator Richard Stone rejected Uber's claim that drivers are independent contractors, finding both Uber and Tran jointly responsible for $20 million each.
## Uber's response
Uber stated they believe the arbitrator was wrong in holding them legally responsible and said they continue to strengthen safety measures.
## Arbitrator's findings
Stone wrote that Tran illegally stopped in a 'gore point' and abandoned two intoxicated women after arguing with them outside the car.
## Parents' plans
Parents plan to use the money to advocate for safety standards and transparency in ride-hailing, fund scholarships, and support LGBTQ+ organizations.
## Key takeaway

Seattle parents won $40 million from Uber following a fatal accident where the driver pulled over in a dangerous spot on a highway.