California reaches deal enabling Uber and Lyft drivers to unionize
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California Governor Gavin Newsom and lawmakers have reached a historic agreement with Uber and Lyft to allow their drivers to unionize and bargain collectively while remaining classified as independent contractors, marking a significant development in gig worker rights and labor law. The deal includes legislation that enables drivers to form unions through signature collection and collective bargaining, along with reduced insurance requirements for the companies. This compromise aims to balance worker rights, company interests, and consumer costs, though some critics question the strength of protections for drivers.
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- Legislative deal gives California rideshare drivers the right to join a union, lowers insurance requirements KCRA
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