"Uber is funneling tens of millions into a California ballot initiative that could make it harder for riders, pedestrians, and drivers to sue for damages after car crashes.

The measure could also limit consumers’ ability to take car manufacturers to court over defective parts. It is part of a broader multistate liability reform campaign Uber is backing ahead of its $1.25 billion plan to unleash robotaxis on a massive scale.

The California proposal, dubbed the “Protecting Automobile Accident Victims from Attorney Self-Dealing Act,” is slated for the November midterm election. It would require crash victims to keep 75 percent of their total settlement awards, leaving lawyers and hospitals to split the remaining 25 percent.

Uber has reportedly spent more than $30 million backing the initiative, which would apply to all automobile crash settlements in the state, not just those involving rideshare companies.

Supporters say the measure would put more money in victims’ pockets. But critics warn it could have the opposite effect, making it harder for car crash victims to find legal representation.

Many lawyers agree to take on such lawsuits on the condition that they will be paid only if their client wins. The 25 percent cap would not cover litigation costs in many cases, according to the California-based Dolan Law Firm, which helped craft the state’s rideshare insurance laws.

“If there is no viable way to be reimbursed, no firm can afford to cover these costs,” the firm wrote in a December blog post. “If attorneys cannot afford to take cases, victims lose access to legal representation.”"

https://jacobin.com/2026/03/uber-crashes-lawsuit-california-robotaxis/

#Uber #USA #California #RideHailing #GigEconomy

🎈 Forget Uber, use your creativity! Promote your event services on The Bash and earn extra money from gigs.

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How many events would you love to plan?

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Thousands of people are selling their identities to train AI – but at what cost?

"Gig AI training is a new emerging category of work, and it will grow substantially..."

#HR #AI #GigEconomy

https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/mar/21/ai-trainers-identity-cost

51% of freelancers experience non-payment – payment-gated delivery as a solution

https://proposallock.vercel.app

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Introducing DoorDash Tasks

https://about.doordash.com/en-us/news/introducing-doordash-tasks

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It's the end of the week, so I'm reflecting on my return to Fiverr and the modern job market in general.

https://hisvirusness.com/trying-to-branch-out

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Fiverr Success: Your 2026 Roadmap to the First Order
Stop guessing and start earning! 🚀 Breaking into Fiverr in 2026 requires more than just a "good eye"—it requires a strategy that blends SEO, professional branding, and the perfect human-AI balance.

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Ultimate Freelancing Platform Guide 2026 🚀
Ready to launch your freelance career or scale to premium clients? This guide breaks down the top platforms of 2026—from beginner-friendly gig sites like Fiverr and Upwork to elite, commission-free options like Toptal and Contra.

Navigate your journey, choose your path, and find where your skills are most valued!

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