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WorkWhile, gig company, sued by San Francisco for misclassification

Misclassification of workers as independent contractors is a form of worker exploitation violating labor laws.

Labor board says 'Love Is Blind' contestants are employees. It could rattle reality TV

Reality TV contestants often prioritize exposure over pay, lacking basic labor protections.
The NLRB may help redefine reality TV participants as employees, enabling union rights.

WorkWhile, gig company, sued by San Francisco for misclassification

Misclassification of workers as independent contractors is a form of worker exploitation violating labor laws.

Labor board says 'Love Is Blind' contestants are employees. It could rattle reality TV

Reality TV contestants often prioritize exposure over pay, lacking basic labor protections.
The NLRB may help redefine reality TV participants as employees, enabling union rights.
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Scale AI under fire in suit filed by former worker alleging unlawful business practices

Scale AI's workplace environment was described as authoritarian, with troubling prompts contributing to a negative atmosphere.
The classification of workers as independent contractors undermines their legal protections compared to full employees under California law.

The risks of 1099 contractors in property management

Hiring 1099 contractors instead of full-time staff can expose property managers to significant legal risks and compliance challenges.
#gig-economy

A gig worker explains how big deliveries from Home Depot and Tractor Supply make him more money

Delivering bulky orders can be more profitable for gig workers than traditional food deliveries.
Waiting for higher payout orders is a key strategy for maximizing earnings.
Rural deliveries often prove more lucrative due to lower competition.

Working for Doordash and Grubhub increasingly feels like a 9-5. And that may be bad news for the companies.

Gig delivery work often lacks the independence and flexibility promoted by companies, imposing metrics that restrict workers' autonomy.

Rideshare drivers in Massachusetts can unionize without being full-time employees

Massachusetts introduced a ballot initiative enabling rideshare drivers to unionize without losing independent contractor status.

How to Manage Contractors Effectively | ClickUp

The gig economy is rising due to job market uncertainty and Gen Z preferences.
Effective contractor management boosts project outcomes and team efficiency.

A gig worker explains how big deliveries from Home Depot and Tractor Supply make him more money

Delivering bulky orders can be more profitable for gig workers than traditional food deliveries.
Waiting for higher payout orders is a key strategy for maximizing earnings.
Rural deliveries often prove more lucrative due to lower competition.

Working for Doordash and Grubhub increasingly feels like a 9-5. And that may be bad news for the companies.

Gig delivery work often lacks the independence and flexibility promoted by companies, imposing metrics that restrict workers' autonomy.

Rideshare drivers in Massachusetts can unionize without being full-time employees

Massachusetts introduced a ballot initiative enabling rideshare drivers to unionize without losing independent contractor status.

How to Manage Contractors Effectively | ClickUp

The gig economy is rising due to job market uncertainty and Gen Z preferences.
Effective contractor management boosts project outcomes and team efficiency.
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How to Hire Independent Contractors | ClickUp

Hiring independent contractors offers businesses flexibility and specialized skills without the commitment of full-time hires, enhancing operational efficiency.

Algorithms control workers. Here is one example how

The rise of high-speed internet in the early 2000s facilitated global outsourcing of knowledge work due to improved communication.
Organizations used technological advancements to cut costs by outsourcing to countries with lower labor expenses.
Employing independent contractors for complex projects allowed companies to reduce costs by avoiding benefits and severance payouts.
#california-supreme-court

Uber and Lyft drivers will still be independent contractors after California Supreme Court ruling

The California Supreme Court ruled in favor of app-based companies like Uber, allowing them to classify drivers as independent contractors.

Uber and Lyft drivers remain independent contractors in California Supreme Court ruling

Tech giants like Uber and Lyft can continue treating drivers as independent contractors in California.

California Supreme Court upholds classification of gig workers as independent contractors

Ride-share companies in California can continue classifying gig workers as independent contractors due to the victory in the Supreme Court.

Uber and Lyft drivers will still be independent contractors after California Supreme Court ruling

The California Supreme Court ruled in favor of app-based companies like Uber, allowing them to classify drivers as independent contractors.

Uber and Lyft drivers remain independent contractors in California Supreme Court ruling

Tech giants like Uber and Lyft can continue treating drivers as independent contractors in California.

California Supreme Court upholds classification of gig workers as independent contractors

Ride-share companies in California can continue classifying gig workers as independent contractors due to the victory in the Supreme Court.
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Massachusetts secured a big raise for Uber and Lyft drivers in the state, but some are worried the deal could have negative side effects

Uber and Lyft settled to pay Massachusetts drivers $32.50 per hour for completing a ride.
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Uber and Lyft drivers in Massachusetts will now get minimum pay

Uber and Lyft agreed to worker benefits, including $32.50 per hour, paid sick leave, health insurance stipend, and a $175 million payment to Massachusetts.

Uber and Lyft Agree to Give Massachusetts Drivers Minimum Pay

Uber and Lyft settled with Massachusetts AG, agreeing to pay drivers a minimum rate with benefits, while drivers remain independent contractors.

Uber and Lyft drivers in Massachusetts will now get minimum pay

Uber and Lyft agreed to worker benefits, including $32.50 per hour, paid sick leave, health insurance stipend, and a $175 million payment to Massachusetts.

Uber and Lyft Agree to Give Massachusetts Drivers Minimum Pay

Uber and Lyft settled with Massachusetts AG, agreeing to pay drivers a minimum rate with benefits, while drivers remain independent contractors.
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