What unionization could mean for California Uber and Lyft drivers — and riders

What unionization could mean for California Uber and Lyft drivers — and riders

In summary AB 1340 would let California ride-hailing drivers collectively bargain for improved pay and benefits. Uber and Lyft say it could drive ride prices up and availability down. Uber and Lyft drivers in California have been fighting for years for higher wages and better working conditions — in the streets, before state lawmakers, in court and at the ballot.  Now, a bill making its way through the state Legislature would allow ride-hailing …