Platform Workers Uber Eats and DoorDash fail to block NYC tipping law Delivery platforms “engineered” a $550m pay cut for drivers after changing tipping policies, enforcement agency claims iStock.com/lcva2 Image Josh Stephens Senior Reporter Monday 26 January 2026 An alliance of gig platforms has failed in their legal challenge to block a New York City law requiring apps to provide a prompt for tips, which is set to go into effect today. 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 Amazon pays out over alleged Seattle ordinance violations Modern Slavery Starbucks accused of misleading consumers over anti-forced labour measures Mediation Tesla agrees to mediate federal racial discrimination claim Platform Workers Instacart sues NYC over delivery worker reforms