If passed, California’s law would be the strictest
in the nation when it comes to classifying
workers. The new labor would entitle workers
to minimum wage, workers compensation,
unemployment insurance and benefits such as
paid sick days.
The rules would apply across the economy,
but its impact on Uber, Lyft and meal delivery
companies such as Postmates and DoorDash
is dominating the debate. The companies say
that treating their workers as employees
would upend businesses designed around
worker flexibility.