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Uber and Lyft Drivers in Massachusetts Win Right to Unionize

November 6, 2024

Eli Tan

A state ballot measure was the first of its kind in the United States, but labor advocates worry it could lock Uber and Lyft drivers out of full-time employment status.
Read more: Uber and Lyft Drivers in Massachusetts Win Right to Unionize
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Uber and Lyft Drivers Are Gig Workers, California Supreme Court Rules

July 25, 2024

Eli Tan

Passed by voters in 2020, the ballot measure classifies drivers of ride-hailing apps as independent contractors rather than as employees.
Read more: Uber and Lyft Drivers Are Gig Workers, California Supreme Court Rules
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Uber and Lyft Agree to Give Massachusetts Drivers Minimum Pay

June 27, 2024

Eli Tan

The deal, which includes a $175 million settlement with the state, keeps the drivers classified as independent contractors, not employees.
Read more: Uber and Lyft Agree to Give Massachusetts Drivers Minimum Pay
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Uber and Lyft Threaten to Pull Out of Minneapolis After City Council Vote

March 15, 2024

Yiwen Lu

Local lawmakers in the Minnesota city voted on Thursday to guarantee a minimum hourly wage to ride-hailing drivers.
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California’s New Senator Was a Labor Leader. Why Are Unions Upset With Her?

October 7, 2023

Kellen Browning and Michael Corkery

Laphonza Butler was part of Uber’s push to avoid having to classify its drivers as employees. Her new appointment has drawn ire from labor advocates.
Read more: California’s New Senator Was a Labor Leader. Why Are Unions Upset With Her?
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Minnesota Governor Vetoes Gig Worker Pay Bill

May 25, 2023

Kellen Browning

Gov. Tim Walz said the legislation would have raised costs for ordering an Uber or Lyft too high, potentially pricing out Minnesota customers.
Read more: Minnesota Governor Vetoes Gig Worker Pay Bill
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Minnesota Passes Bill Seeking to Ensure Minimum Wage for Gig Workers

May 21, 2023

Kellen Browning

Lyft and Uber have opposed the legislation, threatening to reduce operations or leave the state if it is enacted.
Read more: Minnesota Passes Bill Seeking to Ensure Minimum Wage for Gig Workers
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Uber’s Revenue Up 29% as U.S. Ride-Hailing Business Improves

May 2, 2023

Kellen Browning

The company said its financial results in the most recent quarter were about in line with the expectations of investors.
Read more: Uber’s Revenue Up 29% as U.S. Ride-Hailing Business Improves
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Lyft Employees Told to Return to Office as New C.E.O. Lays Out Vision

April 28, 2023

Kellen Browning

A day after nearly 1,100 people were laid off, the struggling company told its remaining workers to prepare for a series of changes.
Read more: Lyft Employees Told to Return to Office as New C.E.O. Lays Out Vision
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Lyft Will Lay Off About 1,200 People as It Looks to Cut Costs

April 21, 2023

Kellen Browning

The cuts come as the company tries to lower prices and remain competitive with Uber, its larger rival.
Read more: Lyft Will Lay Off About 1,200 People as It Looks to Cut Costs

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Category: Lyft Inc

Uber and Lyft Drivers in Massachusetts Win Right to Unionize

Uber and Lyft Drivers Are Gig Workers, California Supreme Court Rules

Uber and Lyft Agree to Give Massachusetts Drivers Minimum Pay

Uber and Lyft Threaten to Pull Out of Minneapolis After City Council Vote

California’s New Senator Was a Labor Leader. Why Are Unions Upset With Her?

Minnesota Governor Vetoes Gig Worker Pay Bill

Minnesota Passes Bill Seeking to Ensure Minimum Wage for Gig Workers

Uber’s Revenue Up 29% as U.S. Ride-Hailing Business Improves

Lyft Employees Told to Return to Office as New C.E.O. Lays Out Vision

Lyft Will Lay Off About 1,200 People as It Looks to Cut Costs

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