An Uber driver has been accused of exploiting a photograph of vomit to fraudulently charge a customer an £80 cleaning fee. The shocking incident has sparked outrage, with the victim pledging never to use the ride-hailing service again. Customer’s Christmas Nightmare Adam Frame, a 29-year-old from Sunderland, shared his distressing experience following a festive night … Read more
Uber’s new AI-driven pay model is raising concerns among Ontario drivers about potential impacts on their earnings, while consumer advocates warn that it could also lead to higher fares for riders. Introduced in British Columbia last September, the pay system has sparked debate within the industry about how ride-hailing companies might leverage data to exert … Read more
A New Jersey court ruled that a married couple who were in a severe accident during an Uber ride cannot sue the company. This is because they, and their daughter agreed to arbitration when they accepted the terms of service for a separate service using Uber Eats. John and Georgia McGinty were seriously injured in … Read more
California’s top state court on Thursday upheld a measure approved by voters allowing app-based services such as Uber and Lyft to consider drivers in the most populous U.S. state as independent contractors rather than as employees entitled to greater benefits. The ruling by the California Supreme Court is a major victory for the ride-hailing industry, … Read more
FILE – A passerby walks past a sign offering directions to an Uber and Lyft ride pickup location at an airport, Feb. 9, 2021, in Boston. Drivers for Uber and Lyft will earn a minimum pay standard of $32.50 per hour under a settlement announced, Thursday, June 27, 2024, by Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell, … Read more
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
