Compass's Anywhere deal could push exclusives higher, but not sky-high
Compass will control just over 90,000 U.S. agents after the merger, but independent-contractor status limits Compass's ability to force compliance with company initiatives.
California lawmakers reach deal with Uber, Lyft that would allow drivers to unionize
California reached a deal letting Uber and Lyft drivers unionize and bargain collectively while retaining independent-contractor status, paired with reduced company insurance requirements.
Newsom, California lawmakers strike deal that would allow Uber, Lyft drivers to unionize
California rideshare drivers can unionize and bargain collectively while remaining independent contractors under a legislative compromise that also reduces Uber and Lyft insurance requirements.