In a significant development for the gig economy, Uber and Lyft drivers in Massachusetts have successfully formed the nation's first formally certified union for ride-share workers. This milestone was achieved after a ballot measure in 2024 granted drivers the right to collectively bargain.
The newly established App Drivers Union aims to represent drivers for various ride-sharing applications, marking a new era for labor rights within the sector. This move could set a precedent for similar organizing efforts across the United States.