Settlement reached with Uber and Lyft to pay drivers ‘landmark wages, benefits,’ AG says
How much will Uber and Lyft pay Massachusetts in total settlement?
Uber and Lyft will pay a combined total of $175 million to Massachusetts to resolve allegations that the companies violated state wage and hour laws3. This settlement ensures benefits and protections for drivers, including a minimum pay standard of $32.50 per hour, paid sick leave, and health care stipends.
How is paid sick leave accrued and managed for drivers?
Drivers earn at least one hour of paid sick time for every 40 hours of passenger platform time worked1. They can begin using sick time when they record 90 hours of passenger platform time on the company's driver platform1. Rideshare companies must provide drivers with notification of their right to paid sick time, and must also provide notification at least once a month explaining how much paid sick time has been accrued, used, and is available for use1.
What minimum hourly wage will Uber and Lyft drivers now receive?
Uber and Lyft drivers in Massachusetts will now receive a minimum hourly wage of $32.50, as part of a settlement with the state's attorney general. This wage is guaranteed for time spent traveling to pick up riders and driving them to their destination, and is adjusted annually for inflation.