In line with the rising trend of rideshare and delivery apps publishing updated safety standards, DoorDash has announced a new round of features. The move addresses growing concerns over delivery persons’ safety and the threats that continue to mount. If you deliver for DoorDash and want to know how these new safety features might impact … Read more
After Uber introduced its pro program years ago, the program continues to expand for gig workers. The program aims to elevate the role of the driver and provide more benefits to help assure your quality of life while working and enjoying your time off. If you’re curious about the program or want to join in, … Read more
Uber drivers and passengers have long complained of the lack of safety standards and policies set forth by Uber. This problem has been further intensified by the power of social media, which allows passengers and drivers to speak out about their negative experiences while using the app. In response to the growing rates of crimes … Read more
Rideshare car insurance is a type of insurance that is designed specifically for drivers who use their personal vehicle to provide ridesharing services like Uber or Lyft. This type of insurance typically covers both the driver and the passengers, and it can help protect you from any potential liability in the event of an accident. … Read more
As permitted by the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, Uber announced that it is joining forces with Flywheel and Yellow Cab to offer rides via the Uber app in the city. Taxicabs that utilize the Flywheel app or Yellow Cab’s YoTaxi SF app will be able to offer their services on Uber, meaning that riders … Read more
Freelancers and gig workers face unique financial challenges. They often have irregular income, which can make it difficult to qualify for traditional credit cards. In addition, they may not have access to employer-provided benefits, such as health insurance or retirement savings plans. As a result, it’s important for gig workers to find credit cards that … Read more
The Biden labor law is a set of regulations put forth by the current administration that aim to protect gig workers in the United States. The proposal outlines a number of changes or regulations in how the gig economy works. The goal is, as the Department of Labor outlines, to address misclassification that continues to … Read more
Uber Eats recently launched a new feature that will allow Canadian users to order cannabis products through the app. The service will be available in select cities where cannabis is legal, beginning with Toronto. The launch of this new service represents a major shift in the way that cannabis is bought and sold, and it … Read more
As a gig worker, you may not have a traditional employer-employee relationship. This means that you are responsible for paying your own taxes. While this can be daunting, there are some things you can do to make sure you are prepared come tax season. Here are some end-of-year tax tips for gig workers looking to … Read more
One major player in the rideshare space – Lyft – has recently announced that they will be doing another significant round of layoffs. This change will affect the company, drivers, riders, and the rideshare industry as a whole. To help you learn more about the Lyft layoff and what they mean, we’ve rounded up everything … Read more