Gig Economy Legislation

The PRO Act aims to empower gig workers by making it harder for employers to misclassify them as independent contractors, thereby granting them employee status and the ability to negotiate better conditions. However, California's AB 5 complicates this landscape, as it restricts the classification of gig workers, leading to significant pushback from companies like Uber and Lyft. Ultimately, the conversation highlights the ongoing struggle for labor rights and the historical context of the middle class in America.