The Nevada Supreme Court is now addressing a ballot initiative backed by Uber, which seeks to limit attorney fees in civil cases to 20%. Uber argues that this move is designed to reduce high legal costs, but critics claim it could make it harder for victims to access justice. The case, "Uber Sexual Assault Survivors for Legal Accountability vs. Uber Technologies, Inc.," focuses on whether the language of the initiative is clear and complies with state laws, as reported by FOX5 Vegas.
Uber, backed by Nevadans for Fair Recovery, told FOX5 Vegas that a proposed measure would cap attorney fees but not reduce the total amount plaintiffs could receive. Opponents, like the Nevada Justice Association, worry this could make it harder for lawyers to take on complex cases, such as sexual assault claims against Uber. Attorney fees usually range from 33% to 40%, and this model may change if the proposal passes. If the Nevada Supreme Court allows it, the legislature could consider the measure in February, with a public vote possible in November 2026, according to Yahoo News.
Attorney Deepak Gupta of Gupta Wessler LLP called Uber's push for a ballot initiative "This is a calculated tactic by Uber to sidestep accountability for the countless sexual assault cases and other harms it has enabled while protecting its profits at the expense of victims’ access to justice." Advocates for survivors in Nevada are worried that the proposed cap will make it more difficult for victims to secure fair compensation due to the high costs and complexities of litigation. In response, Uber, which is facing numerous lawsuits, supports the initiative, claiming it will help reduce inflated legal expenses. The case may take months to resolve, and its outcome could impact similar efforts in other states, in statements obtained by FOX5 Vegas.
