Federal Ruling Could Make It Easier for Millions of Gig Workers to Organize

The National Labor Relations Board issued a new ruling that broadens the criteria for determining a worker's status as an independent contractor or employee.
The ruling could impact millions of low-wage gig workers across the country by making it easier for them to join unions and organize.
The ruling takes into account factors like the level of employer control over working conditions and whether workers are directly supervised.
The Department of Labor is also considering a separate rule change that would make it more likely for gig workers to be classified as employees and receive benefits like minimum wage and overtime pay.
The rulings are a victory for labor groups who have been pushing for expanded protections and benefits for gig workers in fast-growing sectors like ride-hailing, food delivery, and retail.