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California’s Gig Worker Law Is Unconstitutional, Judge Rules



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A California law that ensures many gig workers are considered independent contractors, while affording them some limited benefits, is unconstitutional and unenforceable, a California Superior Court judge ruled Friday evening.The decision is not likely to immediately affect the new law and is certain to face appeals from Uber and other so-called gig economy companies. It reopened the debate about whether drivers for ride-hailing services and delivery couriers are employees who deserve full benefits, or independent contractors who are responsible for their own businesses and benefits.Last year’s Proposition 22, a ballot initiative backed by Uber, Lyft, DoorDash and other …

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