Calif. rules Uber drivers employees, not contractors

In a decision that could have major implications for the entire sharing economy, the California Labor Commission has ruled that a San Francisco Uber driver is a company employee, not a contractor.

In that decision, the commission awarded Uber driver Barbara Ann Berwick $4,152 in employee expenses, including mileage reimbursements, toll charges and interest, according to NPR.

Uber contends the case only applies to Berwick, but others disagree. More challenges are on the way, as a website has been set up for drivers involved in legal suits against the company.

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