Attorney Jeff Herman breaks down what civil litigation means and why it matters.
Let's prioritize public good over political games.
The 83rd session of the Nevada Legislature ended with a scramble
How students can be vigilant about their surroundings when using rideshares
The rideshare service currently faces more than 1,400 lawsuits filed in U.S. District Courts nationwide by passengers who say they were sexually harassed, assaulted, or raped by Uber drivers while trying to use the service.
Justices say the tech giant’s petition – aimed at protecting themselves from liability – was “deceptive and misleading”
If passed, it would restrict the amount lawyers can charge in civil cases, potentially limiting access to legal representation for individuals seeking justice. Nevadans deserve fair access to justice.
Corporate interests are pushing a harmful proposal to cap attorney fees at 20%, threatening Nevadans' ability to afford quality legal representation. This initiative could limit justice for hardworking families and allow corporations to evade accountability.
An Uber-backed Nevada ballot initiative that would impose the most sweeping and draconian contingency fee limit in the U.S. has survived its first legal challenge.
Uber has poured millions of dollars into a Nevada ballot initiative that would impose a stringent cap on attorneys’ share of civil lawsuit payouts — potentially limiting the ride-hailing giant’s exposure to sexual assault claims and other litigation from customers and drivers.