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    Press Play with Madeleine Brand

    California court decision could change future of independent contractors

    More than 12 million Americans work in the gig economy, including Uber drivers and freelance writers.

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    By Madeleine Brand • May 1, 2018 • 1 min read

    More than 12 million Americans work in the gig economy, including Uber drivers and freelance writers. California’s highest court on Monday issued a unanimous decision that says if those workers are at the core of a business, they must have standard worker protections, such as a minimum wage. The ruling could significantly alter the way these companies operate.

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    The full episode

    2 of 5
    California's highest court takes aim at gig economy
    1. 0:00Is Austin Beutner the right pick to lead LA's public schools?
    2. 12:33California court decision could change future of independent contractorsYou’re reading this
    3. 19:57Unapologetic blackness is key to the success of 'Atlanta'
    4. 35:49Mexican craft breweries are coming to LA
    5. 42:34Few people are doing all 5 lifestyle habits that promote longevity
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