New York State Allows Uber Drivers to File Unemployment
Uber drivers are generally considered independent contractors. As independent contractors, they are not entitled to certain benefits that employees generally get. There are certain lawsuits that they cannot file against their employers, they are not subject to minimum wage or overtime requirements, and lastly, they are not entitled to unemployment. However, New York State has issued Uber a major blow, ruling that their drivers are entitled to receive unemployment benefits.