Legality of ridesharing companies by jurisdiction

Battalion Announces Appointment of New Chief Financial Officer and Appointment of General Counsel

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Friday, January 20, 2023
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Rich Little, Battalion’s Chief Executive Officer commented, “Kristen brings to Battalion a strong public accounting experience along with hands on experience in M&A, forecasting and capital management.

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  • Rich Little, Battalion’s Chief Executive Officer commented, “Kristen brings to Battalion a strong public accounting experience along with hands on experience in M&A, forecasting and capital management.
  • She most recently served as Interim Chief Accounting Officer for a publicly traded investment banking firm where she was responsible for all of the company’s accounting and reporting functions.
  • She previously served as Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Accounting Officer for Goodrich Petroleum where she successfully led and managed the financial requirements of the company through completion of a sell-side transaction.
  • We want to thank Kevin for his time at Battalion and we wish him well in all of his future endeavors.”
    The Company also announced the appointment of Walter Mayer to Senior Vice President and General Counsel.

Uber and Costco kick off grocery delivery pilot in Texas

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021
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DALLAS, July 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --UberTechnologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) and Costco (NASDAQ: COST) have entered a delivery pilot with 25 locations across the state of Texas where Costco members could have their groceries delivered within hours, if not minutes, with Uber and Uber Eats.

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  • DALLAS, July 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --UberTechnologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) and Costco (NASDAQ: COST) have entered a delivery pilot with 25 locations across the state of Texas where Costco members could have their groceries delivered within hours, if not minutes, with Uber and Uber Eats.
  • Over the coming weeks, 7 additional Costco warehouses will be available to Uber users via Uber and Uber Eats mobile apps.
  • The minimum order amount is $35 and delivery is free for Uber Pass and Eats Pass holders.
  • We've all come to know and love Costco for offering more than just groceries and other daily essentials, which is why Uber users will find their favorite Costco essentials when they open the Costco store front in Uber and Uber Eats.

$3.4M Uber Paid Sick Days Settlement Largest In History Of Seattle Labor Standards Enforcement

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Thursday, June 24, 2021
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Over 15,000 drivers will benefit from the largest settlement agreement in the history of the Seattle Office of Labor Standards.

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  • Over 15,000 drivers will benefit from the largest settlement agreement in the history of the Seattle Office of Labor Standards.
  • "When I needed to take time off work to help my wife through emergency surgery, I wasn't paid for sick days that I had earned," said Papa Diawara, an Uber driver who will receive payment under the paid sick days settlement agreement.
  • The paid sick days ordinance is one of a series of nation-leading labor protections won by Uber and Lyft drivers organizing in Seattle.
  • Under the settlement agreement, 15,084 Uber drivers will be paid one sick day if they have unused paid sick days accrued before April 1st, 2021.

Legal-Bay Lawsuit Funding Sees Sharp Rise in Uber Accident Claims

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Thursday, June 17, 2021
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JERSEY CITY, N.J., June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Legal-Bay, the Pre Settlement Funding Company, announced an increase in Uber and Lyft accidents.

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  • JERSEY CITY, N.J., June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Legal-Bay, the Pre Settlement Funding Company, announced an increase in Uber and Lyft accidents.
  • Uber and Lyft drivers who find themselves on unfamiliar roads may be distracted by GPS, leading to collisions.
  • They offer fast turnaround on lawsuit loans involving Uber and Lyft accidents; cases are typically approved within 24-hours.
  • Legal-Bay fights vigilantly for their clients who have Uber or Lyft claims.

Direct Global, Direct Co-ops and Local Driver Co-op to hit the streets in major cities across North America establishing the largest co-op buying group, ride-hailing and delivery service to support small businesses and gig workers

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Wednesday, April 28, 2021
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Established in 92 cities across North America, it includes all drivers needed to support businesses: rideshare, taxi, medallion holders, fleet, couriers and truck drivers.

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  • Established in 92 cities across North America, it includes all drivers needed to support businesses: rideshare, taxi, medallion holders, fleet, couriers and truck drivers.
  • Members receive 90 per cent of the revenue and ownership of the platform and consumers save 20 per cent (versus the incumbents), while still paying drivers more than they currently earn.
  • Direct Local Eats will only take five percent of transactions on the app compared to companies like Uber Eats that take 30-35 per cent.
  • Members can earn money by referring businesses and drivers with no money taken away from the businesses that sign up.\n'

Accidents Happen. LegalRideshare Provides Uber Drivers With Helpful Steps on How to Handle Them

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Wednesday, April 7, 2021
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LegalRideshare, the only firm entirely dedicated to accidents and injuries, sheds light on what Uber drivers, delivery drivers and gig workers should do in these situations.

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  • LegalRideshare, the only firm entirely dedicated to accidents and injuries, sheds light on what Uber drivers, delivery drivers and gig workers should do in these situations.
  • #2) Obtain Passenger Information: It is crucial for drivers to obtain their passengers' full names and contact information.
  • As the leading law firm for gig economy workers , LegalRideshare has secured millions of dollars for injured drivers, passengers, and victims.
  • LegalRideshare is the first law firm in the United States to focus exclusively on Uber, Lyft, and gig economy accidents and injuries.

Uber Canada’s unilateral proposal is “a dangerous proposition” says Uber workers’ union

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Thursday, March 11, 2021
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This is just Ubers latest tactic to circumvent the labour laws and deny Uber workers the same rights as other workers, says Pablo Godoy, the unions national coordinator for Gig and Platform Employer Initiatives.

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  • This is just Ubers latest tactic to circumvent the labour laws and deny Uber workers the same rights as other workers, says Pablo Godoy, the unions national coordinator for Gig and Platform Employer Initiatives.
  • The idea that employers like Uber would like to unilaterally impose business models is not only a dangerous proposition.
  • If Uber wants to give drivers protections, they should recognize our union and respond to the issues we have raised over the years, says Ejaz Butt, a Toronto-based Uber driver and UFCW Canada union member.
  • To learn more about the campaign to bring justice and fairness to Uber and other ride hailing drivers, visit UFCWs Uber Drivers United website ( www.ufcw.ca/uber ).

Leading Rideshare Companies Launch Industry Sharing Safety Program in the U.S.

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Thursday, March 11, 2021
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The goal of the Program is to further enhance the safety of the entire ridesharing industry and equip companies with important safety information to protect their customers.

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  • The goal of the Program is to further enhance the safety of the entire ridesharing industry and equip companies with important safety information to protect their customers.
  • With the Industry Sharing Safety Program, Lyft and Uber are working together to further enhance our screening capabilities, as well as the safety of the entire rideshare industry.
  • Uber and Lyft have demonstrated thoughtful leadership with the Industry Sharing Safety Program.
  • The National Action Network applauds Uber and Lyft for coming together to create the Industry Sharing Safety Program, said the Rev.

Farmers Insurance® Extends Commercial Auto Insurance Coverage for Uber Independent Drivers and Couriers into Two New States, Adding Arizona and Nevada

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Monday, March 1, 2021
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"We're proud of our innovative commercial auto insurance solution that helps Uber and their independent drivers and couriers.

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  • "We're proud of our innovative commercial auto insurance solution that helps Uber and their independent drivers and couriers.
  • We'll continue working hard to provide an enhanced, personalized customer experience," added Bill Wilson, head of Transportation Network Company & commercial auto claims for Farmers.
  • Farmers will be providing these coverages to independent drivers using the Uber App through commercial auto insurance policies with Uber.
  • Farmers began providing commercial automobile insurance to independent drivers using the Uber App in 2018 in Pennsylvania and Georgia.

RideKleen and Uber Expand Vehicle Sanitization and Maintenance Program to 12 Additional U.S. Markets

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Monday, March 1, 2021
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"Safety is a top priority for us," said Shauna Theel, a senior manager of driver operations at Uber.

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  • "Safety is a top priority for us," said Shauna Theel, a senior manager of driver operations at Uber.
  • "By extending this partnership withRideKleento new markets, we hope to help drivers and their riders feel safe and confident."
  • According to a survey of drivers who received sanitization services, 90% of drivers said they feel better driving and delivering with Uber after using RideKleen services.
  • RideKleen, a Cox Automotive brand within the company's Mobility Group, is the national leader in eco-conscious mobile car care and fleet maintenance services.