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Drivers allege misclassification as independent contractors has led to financial losses and demand employee status
- 15,860 Amazon Flex drivers have filed arbitration claims for unpaid wages and expenses.
- Drivers from California, Illinois, and Massachusetts argue they should be classified as employees.
- The claims cover unpaid overtime and reimbursement for gas and vehicle wear and tear.
- Amazon maintains that Flex drivers enjoy competitive pay and flexible schedules.
- Previous arbitration cases have seen drivers awarded an average of $9,000 in damages.
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