Independent contractor

Biden Repeals Trump Rule Meant To Protect Uber's 'Independent Contractor' Model

The move is a blow to firms hoping to avoid lawsuits from workers over job misclassification.
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Many Workers Who Need The Most Help Right Now Won't Qualify For It

Millions of independent contractors and "gig" workers are especially vulnerable during the coronavirus slump.
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Uber, Postmates Sue California Over New Gig Economy Law

The state law, which seeks to categorize many independent contractors as employees with additional benefits, could upend the companies’ businesses.
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California Governor Signs Law That Could Upend Uber, Lyft

The law could transform the gig economy by requiring some companies to reclassify independent contractors as employees and provide added benefits.
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California Lawmakers Pass Bill That Could Upend Uber, Lyft Model

If signed by the governor, the legislation would force tech companies to reclassify independent contractors as employees and provide them with additional benefits.
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California Governor Supports Bill That Could Upend Uber, Lyft Model

The legislation could force tech companies to consider workers who are now independent contractors as employees and provide them with additional benefits.
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Uber Drivers And Other Gig Workers Can't Get Overtime Or Minimum Wage, Trump Admin Says

The Labor Department decision bodes well for companies that don't want minimum wage and other rules to cover their workers.
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Some Truckers Got Run Over By Republicans' Tax Law

Drivers who are company employees may be in for a rude surprise this tax season.
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