Californian Uber drivers partner with Teamsters Union for better rights

Uber drivers in California have teamed up with Teamsters Union to form the App-Based Drivers Association (ABDA). The group aims to give the contractors a voice while pushing Uber into providing better wages and working conditions. This partnership will help set an example for drivers in other states that are looking for ways to getting their views heard about better pay. Uber has only just settled its two worker missclassification lawsuits in California and Massachusetts, so Uber may need to prepare for more litigation in the future. 

Not long after Uber settled its two worker misclassification lawsuits in California and Massachusetts, contractors are still putting pressure on the ride-hailing behemoth. Drivers in California are partnering with the Teamsters Union to create the App-Based Drivers Association (ABDA), a group that will push Uber to provide better wages and working conditions and give the contractors a stronger voice.

Giving drivers a stronger voice

"We welcome any Uber drivers seeking to improve their working conditions," said Teamsters international vice president, Rome Aloise, in an official statement. "By coming together, the Teamsters will help these drivers have a stronger voice and improve standards for rideshare drivers in California."