Uber-backed ballot measure is back attempting to cap legal fees and payouts

FRESNO, Calif. (FOX26) — A proposed statewide ballot measure backed by Uber is drawing sharp criticism from medical providers and personal injury attorneys, who warn it could limit access to care for accident victims — especially those who are uninsured or underinsured.

The measure, titled the Protecting Automobile Accident Victims From Attorney Self-Dealing Act of 2026, would cap attorney fees at 25% and limit the amount medical providers can recover for treating patients after a car accident.

The Uber-backed proposal was first introduced in 2025 with an initial campaign investment of roughly $12 million…

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