Uber and the Consumer Attorneys of California reached an agreement to withdraw competing ballot measures for the November election. The deal avoids an expected nine-figure campaign showdown between the two groups.
The agreement comes one day after both initiatives officially qualified for the ballot. Uber’s proposal sought to cap attorney fees and medical damages in auto accident lawsuits. The trial lawyers’ measure aimed to classify Uber as a "common carrier" to increase liability for incidents like sexual assault.
Under the settlement, Uber will enhance safety protocols while attorneys accept limits on specific medical claims. The arrangement remains contingent on the California Legislature passing the agreement as a bill by the end of June.