Ron Burgundy Posted December 15, 2015 Share Posted December 15, 2015 By Heather Somerville SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Seattle on Monday became the first major U.S. city to pass a law giving drivers for Uber and Lyft the right to unionize, the latest twist in a heated debate about how workers for app-based ride services should be treated. The law approved unanimously by the Seattle City Council recognizes the right of drivers for on-demand ride companies known as Transportation Network Companies, as well as taxi and other for-hire drivers, to collectively negotiate on pay and working conditions. Councilman Mike O'Brien, who proposed the law, said he expects Uber to sue the city to stop the measure. View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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