A new California law may soon enable Uber and Lyft drivers to negotiate with rideshare companies for better working conditions.
Uber and Lyft drivers in both states say low pay, rising gas prices and a lack of transparency in how they’re compensated have fueled organizing efforts.
Rideshare companies spent $203M to pass a California measure limiting driver rights. A lawsuit says its fine print could block unions.
Vons and other supermarkets will soon start replacing their delivery drivers with gig service contractors.
The most expensive ballot proposition in California history has won, although its opponents complained of being harassed online.
Gig companies are threatening to eliminate thousands of jobs if their ballot measure doesn’t pass.
Major endorsements arrive as critics worry the measure will be disastrous for California labor.