Class Action Lawsuit Challenges SEPTA Fare Hikes | Attorney Nikole Dagessian Weighs In

NBC10 reports that SEPTA riders could soon see a legal battle over recent fare increases. Civil litigation attorney Nikole Dagessian explained why public policy arguments may play a key role in the class-action lawsuit.

Bullet Point Recap

• SEPTA raised fares on September 14, shortly after rolling back service cuts.
• A class-action lawsuit is being prepared, seeking to end the fare hikes and refund riders.
• Attorney Nikole Dagessian told NBC10 that the argument mirrors the earlier service cut challenge.
• She emphasized that the case centers on public policy — whether the changes truly benefit ridersNBC10_SEPTA_PKG_SEPT26_6PM_1035….
• SEPTA declined to comment on the pending lawsuit.

NBC10 continues its coverage of SEPTA’s fare hikes and the potential class-action lawsuit challenging them. Civil litigation attorney Nikole Dagessian, though not affiliated with the case, shared her perspective on the legal parallels between the recent lawsuits over service cuts and the new fare increases.

Nikole explained that the underlying argument remains the same: these changes may not truly serve the public’s best interests. Her insight highlights how public policy concerns can play a significant role in determining whether fare increases and service reductions are legally sustainable.

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