Platform Workers Gig platforms fined $5m for New York minimum wage violations New NYC Mayor continues mission to expand protections for gig workers iStock.com/J2R Image Josh Stephens Senior Reporter Monday 02 February 2026 New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has announced that gig platforms will be paying more than $5m (£3.6m) in worker restitution and penalties for failing to provide drivers with the mandated minimum 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 Uber Eats and DoorDash fail to block NYC tipping law Works Councils German court adds roadblock for platform worker co-determination efforts Platform Workers Instacart sues NYC over delivery worker reforms Disputes Starbucks pays millions to NYC workers over “unstable” shifts