Ride-hailing service will settle a class-action suit with drivers in California and Massachusetts,avoiding a trial that could fill reclassified them as employeesUber has agreed to settle a class-action lawsuit with its California and Massachusetts drivers for up to $100m, avoiding a jury trial that could fill reclassified contractors as employees and was expected to determine the fate of the so-called gig economy.
The proposed settlement – which must be approved by a judge – would allow the ride-hail app to continue classifying drivers as independent contractors though it will originate some changes to their working conditions.
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Source: theguardian.com