Does this mean without drivers, Uber can conduct business as usual?
Sep 11, 2019
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CNBC: Uber says drivers aren't part of its 'usual course' of business.
https://www.cnbc.com/2019/09/11/california-passes-assembly-bill-5-for-gig-workers.html
Funny how their lawyer can say that with a straight face. That's why their TC is so high
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California passes landmark bill that threatens to upend companies like Uber and Lyft
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Or you make money building a following on YouTube’s platform. You should now be an employee of YouTube?
Or you sell goods on Ebay or Amazon’s platform. Should you be considered an employee?
Uber builds software that facilitates transactions between two independent parties - just like the other companies listed above. The driver has no obligation to drive, just as the gamer has no obligation to stream. Both do so at will and on demand.