Tag: Gig Economy

  • California Supreme Court to Hear Prop. 22 Case

    California Supreme Court to Hear Prop. 22 Case

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    SAN FRANCISCO – The California Supreme Court is set to examine the fate of the state’s gig economy as it hears arguments on Proposition 22, a case poised to shape the future of labor classification. Rally for Gig Workers’ Rights Rideshare and delivery drivers are gearing up for a rally outside the California Supreme Court…

  • Valentine’s Day Strikes: Ride-hailing Workers Demand Fair Pay

    Valentine’s Day Strikes: Ride-hailing Workers Demand Fair Pay

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    On Valentine’s Day, thousands of ride-hailing workers across the United States embarked on strikes, notably including major cities such as Philadelphia, Chicago, Miami, and Austin. The strikes, organized by Justice for App Workers, mark one of the largest demonstrations yet in the ongoing push for improved pay and benefits within the gig economy. Nationwide Action…

  • Chicago Ride-Hailing Drivers Demand Safety in Strike

    Chicago Ride-Hailing Drivers Demand Safety in Strike

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    Thousands of ride-hailing and delivery drivers are gearing up to strike across the United States this Wednesday, advocating for fair wages and enhanced safety measures. The Justice for App Workers coalition announced plans for demonstrations outside airports in 10 cities, including Chicago, where recent incidents have underscored the vulnerability of gig workers. Growing Concerns over…

  • Chicago Rideshare and Delivery Drivers Strike on Valentine’s

    Chicago Rideshare and Delivery Drivers Strike on Valentine’s

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    Rideshare and delivery drivers in Chicago are gearing up for a strike scheduled for Valentine’s Day. This move comes as a response to ongoing concerns regarding wages, working conditions, and job security within the gig economy sector. The strike, organized by a coalition of drivers’ groups, aims to draw attention to the challenges faced by…

  • Chicago Ride-Hailing Drivers Demand Fair Wages, Safety Measures

    Chicago Ride-Hailing Drivers Demand Fair Wages, Safety Measures

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    Thousands of ride-hailing and delivery drivers are set to strike across the United States to advocate for fair wages. The Justice for App Workers coalition has announced demonstrations outside airports in 10 major cities, including Chicago. Nationwide Strike for Fair Compensation On Wednesday, Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash drivers will stage protests, with ride-hailing drivers specifically…

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