UHS gets new trial vacating $500M punitive damages verdict in Nevada lawsuit

UNIVERSAL HEALTH SERVICES INC

Judge granted new trial based on juror misconduct; entire $500M punitive verdict expected to be vacated.
Original verdict included $500M punitive damages against UHS subsidiary and $4.7M compensatory damages.
Under Nevada law, punitive damages capped at ~$14M if reinstated; UHS recorded $18M reserve in Q3 2025.
Plaintiffs may appeal; company uncertain but ruling significantly reduces immediate financial exposure.

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