Uber sued over unlawful business practices; Lyft settles

REPORTING FROM SAN FRANCISCO - Los Angeles and San Francisco district attorneys filed a consumer protection lawsuit against Uber on Tuesday, alleging that the popular ride-hailing company misleads consumers about the service's safety, overcharges them and thumbs its nose at the law. 

Meanwhile, prosecutors reached a settlement with Lyft, a competing service, which agreed to "play by the rules," Los Angeles Dist. Atty. Jackie Lacey said. The companies provide smartphone apps that allow riders and private-car drivers to link up for a taxi-like service that is typically quicker and cheaper than calling a cab. 

At a news conference Tuesday, San Francisco Dist. Atty. George Gascon accused Uber of making false and misleading statements about how it protects consumers and engaging in business practices that violate California law. 

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