ANALYSIS: Gig Worker Classification Fight Goes Beyond California

The fight over the employment classification of rideshare drivers is ramping up federally, even as the matter remains unsettled in California after several rounds of politico-legal struggles. In fact, the latest litigation developments in the Golden State should demonstrate to labor and employment attorneys nationwide that there may yet be more twists to come.

The battle over classification in the rideshare industry hinges on the issue of whether drivers are entitled to the benefits and protections that traditional employees receive by law but independent contractors do not. That pits drivers, other gig employees, organized labor, and worker advocates against the ...