Uber Wins Ruling That London Taxi Claims Were Filed Too Late

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Uber successfully dismissed two lawsuits in London's High Court seeking £340m in damages from black cab drivers and private hire businesses. The court ruled the claims were filed outside the six-year limitation period. Uber denied allegations of providing misleading information to Transport for London in 2012. The ruling does not address the merits of the claims.

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Uber (UBER) won dismissal of a £340M ($453M) lawsuit in London, filed by black cab drivers and private-hire companies, due to late filing. The case accused Uber of providing misleading information to regulators. The dismissal removes a significant legal risk for Uber in a key market, though it does not address the allegations' merits. Investors may still face future litigation or regulatory challenges.

Uber won a High Court ruling dismissing £340M claims by 13,300 London black cab drivers and Justin Peters. The court ruled the claims were time-barred, as the drivers could have discovered the alleged fraud earlier. The case involved Uber's entry into London's private hire market and alleged misconduct. Uber denied all allegations, and the ruling did not address the merits of the case.

Uber avoided a £340M lawsuit from 13,000 London cab drivers and former private hire companies Kabbee and Iride after a judge ruled the claims were filed too late. The lawsuit alleged Uber misled Transport for London to secure its operating license, seeking £200M in lost earnings and £140M from the companies. The judge dismissed the case without deciding on the merits, as the claims were filed beyond the six-year limit. Uber denies the allegations.