Rideshare Driver Employment Misclassification Lawsuit

This landmark legal battle revolves around the core business model of the gig economy. Fleets of drivers for companies like Uber and Lyft are classified as independent contractors, not employees. This lawsuit argues that this classification is a deliberate misclassification designed to avoid the costs of employment.

Plaintiffs argue that the level of control the companies exert over them—setting fares, dictating routes, and terminating them for low ratings—makes them de facto employees. As employees, they would be entitled to minimum wage, overtime pay, sick leave, and reimbursement for expenses like gas and insurance. The outcome of this litigation, particularly in light of state laws like California's AB5, could fundamentally reshape the gig economy.