A California labor bill, set to pass this week, would force Uber and Lyft to treat their drivers as full-time employees by lisettevoytko
, set to pass this week, would force Uber and Lyft to treat their drivers as full-time employees instead of independent contractors.drivers a minimum wage and benefits such as worker’s compensation and paid sick leave.
Uber and Lyft have fought against the bill, arguing it would create fewer job opportunities and increase prices for customers. Governor Gavin Newsom signaled on September 5—Labor Day—that he would sign the bill into law. It has already passed in California’s House and is set to pass in the Senate this week.
Uber and Lyft attempted to work with state lawmakers and local unions to reach a compromise on the bill, but their efforts were unsuccessful. Stock prices for both companies have declined 30% since March, when it became apparent the compromise would not happen.that Uber and Lyft, along with other “on-demand” companies, could see costs rise as high as 30% if their workers are classified as full-time employees.
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