The seemingly minor distinction won the driver, Barbara Berwick $4,152. But it could have a significantly bigger impact on the $40 billion start-up, which currently saddles its drivers with major costs, including the vehicle itself, maintenance, insurance and gas, by labeling its drivers independent contractors rather than employees.
Cali says Uber drivers
Are employees of Uber.
Diogenes of Sinope: "It is not that I am mad, it is only that my head is different from yours."
Arnold Judas Rimmer, BSC, SSC: "Better dead than smeg."
Arnold Judas Rimmer, BSC, SSC: "Better dead than smeg."
In reality, Uber maintains a good deal of control over its drivers, including the types of cars they can drive, their car's age, and, to some extent, how often they work, the commission noted.
Uber also controls the fares drivers can charge. Past decisions to lower fares to compete with Lyft and other ride-hailing companies has led to protests in cities like New York City.
Yeah, but how independent are they? Cali seems to be saying that the drivers should be able to set fares and rules for their vehicles.
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Diogenes of Sinope: "It is not that I am mad, it is only that my head is different from yours."
Arnold Judas Rimmer, BSC, SSC: "Better dead than smeg."
Arnold Judas Rimmer, BSC, SSC: "Better dead than smeg."