Platform Workers California reaches historic deal giving rideshare drivers path to unionising Uber and Lyft agree to support a collective bargaining bill in exchange for lower insurance burden in the state iStock.com/Sundry Photography Image Josh Stephens Senior Reporter Monday 01 September 2025 California lawmakers have struck a deal with ridesharing giants Uber and Lyft to guarantee their support for new legislation that grants drivers the right to form unions and collectively barg Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Platform Workers eCourier drivers launch misclassification group action Platform Workers Uber Eats reaches record settlement over unpaid wages in Seattle Platform Workers More flexible staffing rules for France’s digital platforms? Flexibility Amazon accused of misclassifying Flex drivers