Massachusetts Becomes First State to Recognize Uber and Lyft Drivers’ Union

Gig workers get an über-lift

Massachusetts has become the first state to approve collective bargaining for drivers for ride-hailing services, while maintaining flexibility and contractor independence. This might be a model for other workers in the evolving, internet-based economy.

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Massachusetts Becomes First State to Recognize Uber and Lyft Drivers’ Union

Massachusetts becomes the first U.S. state to recognize a union for Uber and Lyft drivers, marking a major milestone in gig-economy labor organizing.