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California Legislature Rejects Asm. Kiley’s Effort to Suspend Harmful Economic Impacts of AB 5

February 27, 2020 2:25 pmFebruary 28, 2020 3:03 pm

Independent contracting allows workers freedom and control of how and when they work. Many said under AB 5, their liberty and freedom has been taken away. Thursday morning, the the California Assembly rejected a motion by Assemblyman Kevin Kiley...

Gov. Newsom: AB 5 ‘Landmark Legislation’ for ‘Workers and Our Economy’

September 27, 2019 9:24 amSeptember 27, 2019 12:19 pm

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation that makes it more difficult for companies to classify workers as independent contractors so they can skirt labor laws that cover official employees. The law, AB5, says that “a person providing labor or services...

California Legislature Attempting to Unionize Ride-share Companies

September 3, 2019 1:55 pmSeptember 4, 2019 8:13 am

Smartphone apps for Uber, Lyft, and other ride-share and delivery services have revolutionized car services, allowing riders to order a car hire or a gourmet meal through a smart phone. This free market response to the heavily regulated, unionized and...