By Tony Connelly

Uber’s business model has been challenged following a decision from The California Labour Commission which ruled that the company’s drivers were employees and not third-party contractors.

The ruling means Uber, which has around 1 million drivers worldwide, will have to meet the California labour laws which means it may have to grant drivers benefits and cover expenses such as fuel, insurance and repairs.

The result in one of the most tech orientated states could be of great significance to Uber and means that it is classified as a transportation company rather than a software business.

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Source: The Drum