Mass. AG reaches settlement with Uber, Lyft: Here's what it means for drivers
How much will Uber and Lyft pay drivers per hour under the settlement?
Under the settlement, Uber and Lyft will pay their drivers a minimum wage of $32.50 per hour for time spent traveling to pick up riders and driving them to their destination. This is the first time that the tens of thousands of Uber and Lyft drivers in Massachusetts will be guaranteed minimum pay.
What statement did former Attorney General Maura Healey make about the settlement?
Former Attorney General Maura Healey stated that the settlement with Uber and Lyft holds the companies accountable and provides drivers with guaranteed minimum pay, paid sick leave, occupational accident insurance, and health care stipends. She congratulated Attorney General Campbell and her team for securing the settlement that delivers historic wages and benefits to right the wrongs of the past and ensure drivers are paid fairly going forward.
How does the settlement affect the ballot questions regarding driver classification?
The settlement between Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell and Uber and Lyft has resolved the issues around driver classification and benefits, making the ballot measure no longer necessary. The agreement ensures minimum wage, paid sick leave, and other protections for drivers, eliminating the immediate need for the ballot questions.