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Is DoorDash Actually Phasing Out Gig Workers? Company Experiments With Full-Time Employees

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Is DoorDash Actually Phasing Out Gig Workers? Company Experiments With Full-Time Employees

DoorDash, known for its gig-worker model, has partnered with two companies to employ hourly workers with benefits. This shift raises questions about whether the company is gradually transitioning away from its traditional contractor-based business model. DoorDash’s Local Commerce Service Partner Program is collaborating with at least two local delivery providers, one in Austin, Texas, and … Read more

NYC food-delivery workers losing jobs after minimum wage hike: report

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NYC food-delivery workers losing jobs after minimum wage hike: report

New York City’s minimum-wage hike has boosted pay for food-delivery workers who have managed to hang onto their jobs, but thousands have lost work — even as the price to get a meal delivered goes through the roof, according to a report by city officials. A December law that hiked pay to nearly $20 an … Read more

Food delivery workers slam ‘greedy apps’ over tips, safety during heated City Council hearing

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Food delivery workers slam ‘greedy apps’ over tips, safety during heated City Council hearing

Food delivery drivers on Friday admitted low tips and a lack of transparency from “greedy apps” has pushed them to make reckless decisions on Big Apple roads during a heated City Council hearing on Friday. “We need protection against these greedy apps that care more about their profits than our safety,” Doordash deliveryman Antonio Solis told … Read more

Boston Police, mayor to crack down on ‘unlawful and dangerous’ driving for Uber Eats, DoorDash, GrubHub

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Boston Police, mayor to crack down on ‘unlawful and dangerous’ driving for Uber Eats, DoorDash, GrubHub

Boston’s police commissioner and the mayor’s chief of streets have put major food delivery companies on notice that the city will be cracking down on dangerous and unlawful operations by their drivers, many of whom use mopeds and scooters.  Subscribe to continue reading this article. Already subscribed? To login in, click here. Read original article … Read more

Is Driving Uber, Lyft and DoorDash Worth It: Many Earn Lower Than Minimum In 5 Major US Metros

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Is Driving Uber, Lyft and DoorDash Worth It: Many Earn Lower Than Minimum In 5 Major US Metros

Many Americans take up gig driving to help make ends meet, with a notable portion relying on the job as their primary source of income. A recent report from the Bank of America Institute revealed the number of customers gathering income from gig driving duties had tripled in the past four years. However, it’s a … Read more

Is Driving Uber Worth It 2024: Everything You Need To Know

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Is Driving Uber Worth It 2024: Everything You Need To Know

For many immigrants facing language barriers and limited work opportunities, ride sharing platforms like Uber and Lyft offer a precious chance to earn a living. Are you considering a side hustle with flexible hours but worried about the future of ride sharing? Uber, a transportation giant since 2009, might still be the answer. In addition … Read more

Weekend Beyond Cars Roundup April 06, 2024

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Weekend Beyond Cars Roundup April 06, 2024

Pennsylvania State Senator Doug Mastriano made headlines recently when he floated legislation that would ban chemtrails, which aren’t real and only exist in the minds of unhinged conspiracy theorists. His bill wasn’t entirely original, though, as it was modeled after a similar bill that recently passed the state… Read more… Read original article here Denial … Read more

Wendy’s delivering food by drone for the first time — with one catch

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Wendy’s delivering food by drone for the first time — with one catch

For when you need your fast food on the fly. Wendy’s customers around the country may soon be able to receive their orders via drone, thanks to a bold new collaboration between DoorDash and Alphabet’s Wing, the food delivery company announced. A pilot program rolled out Thursday in Christiansburg, Va., has drones dropping off burgers, … Read more

DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub delivery workers on new minimum pay

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DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub delivery workers on new minimum pay

After a protracted fight in the courts, a historic law took effect in December aimed at securing fair compensation for the 65,000 gig workers in New York City that enable food delivery services to stay in business. The law forces DoorDash, Grubhub, and Uber Eats to pay their workers a minimum of $17.96 an hour, … Read more

New York’s minimum-wage bump goes into effect — here’s how much Big Apple workers will be making

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New York’s minimum-wage bump goes into effect — here’s how much Big Apple workers will be making

New York’s minimum-wage workers had more than just a new year to celebrate on Monday — as the ball drop ushered in a series of annual pay bumps that took effect when the clock struck midnight. The minimum wage in New York City, Long Island and Westchester County ticked $1 higher, from $15 to $16. … Read more