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Grubhub Notches Victory for Gig Economy in Big Classification Win in California Federal Court

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In a recent classification case involving the “gig” or shared economy, a U.S. magistrate judge handed down a significant win for Grubhub, concluding that a driver who sued the company under California’s minimum wage, overtime...more

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Misclassification Claims Threaten Gig Economy Business

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The gig economy — companies that hire workers for specific projects or “gigs” — is on the rise. Gig companies use technology to provide goods and services to consumers on demand. The companies hire workers who access and...more

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Employee vs. Independent Contractor: How This Classification Is Bringing Legal Challenges To The Gig Economy

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The gig economy is a labor market characterized by temporary positions or freelance work with independent workers for short-term engagements as opposed to permanent jobs. Think Uber, Delivery Dudes, Taskrabbit, and Upwork. ...more

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