A US jury has ordered Uber to pay $8.5 million (Sh1.097 billion) to Jaylynn Dean, a woman sexually assaulted by one of its drivers, in a landmark verdict that could impact over 3,000 similar lawsuits against the ride-hailing giant.

• The jury in Phoenix, Arizona, found Uber liable for the driver's actions, deeming him an agent of the company.
• Uber's shares dipped 1.5 percent following the verdict, which the company plans to appeal.
• Uber maintains its drivers are independent contractors and that it's not responsible for actions outside their ordinary duties.