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Matt Daus, an expert on ground transportation regulation and technology, will be one of four panelists giving their take on the future of transportation.
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Uber has been fighting the perception that its drivers should be employees for quite some time. Both the UK and the state of California have concluded that drivers should be considered employees and entitled to minimum wage, holiday pay, and other benefits. Now, however, a US judge in Philadelphia has ruled that UberBlack drivers are not, in fact, employees under federal law.
The ruling only applies to Uber's limousine-like service, but could set precedence for the entire ride-sharing industry and the associated gig economy.
Related Topics: employee vs independent contractor, federal regulations, labor laws, Pennsylvania operators, regulatory enforcement, TNCs, Uber, wage lawsuits
Matt Daus, an expert on ground transportation regulation and technology, will be one of four panelists giving their take on the future of transportation.
Chicago is the only city that requires TNCs to notify regulators within 48 hours of deactivating a driver due to public safety concerns.
The governor signs a safety measure strongly supported by the Greater California Livery Association.
Operator Kevin Barwell points out the stretch involved in last year's fatal crash was nearly 20 years old and technology has changed since then.
The New York senator says he will introduce a bill to require seat belts, stricter requirements for seats, and other safety features.
A safety analysis report recommends required lap/shoulder belts for every seated passenger position in stretches.
OCT. LCT Editor's Edge: The outcome helps preserve the legal luxury ground transportation industry while clarifying the debate over fairness and rules.
A major airport renovation and upgrade project will send all licensed limo/livery vehicles to the outer arrival curb.
Lawyer Shannon Liss-Riordan files another lawsuit against the TNC following passage of a sweeping California labor bill.
From state labor rules to cannabis bans and LAX access, the Greater California Livery Association enjoys a golden chapter of regulatory successes.
The Portland Bureau of Transportation said they were uncovered after implementing a system of "random checks."
A previous Senate Bill addressed the issue of passengers under 21 smoking on buses and agreed to creating sealed compartments so the smoke and smell doesn't impair drivers.
The Assembly passes a measure that if signed into law would mean you couldn't toke up while touring cannabis outlets.
This could set a national industry precedent.
Paula DeBiasi, executive director of the Illinois Limousine & Bus Association and owner-operator of Chicago CoachWorks, talks with LCT contributing editor Jim Luff during the International LCT Show in March for insights on why associations are needed to protect operator livelihoods.
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| about 2 years agoI have always believed and still do that Uber "Super " is just another word play like Alt -Lt or Alt Rt just another Tech company using borrowed money going after low hanging fruit. And our state an local gov took the bait. Just because they are commissioners that doesn't make them smart "Uber" Lol!! Using just a adjective for a word like rideshare. Took full advantage of the system smh.. I'm no attorney norbrain surgent. But the Minute they stood up in any city or state transportation meeting and told our commissioners Mayors or Govners that they're are not a transportation companies should have been the min Our so called learders put a stop to this.. do not pass go don't collect your $200 dollars.. wait wait im tripping our leaders have already taking the money my Bad.. Here's the rub the next time a mayor or leader says he loves rideshare and he or she started a business ask them how would that feel if gov decided to deregulate their business to allow you to sell across the street with no permits or background checks no occupation licences. Better yet.. loan me a few Billion dollars and I'm sure I could put a ton of hard honesty workers out of business..