Ride share drivers, other gig economy workers, and their supporters staged a rally at Uber’s downtown San Francisco offices.
Rideshare drivers hail New York City’s decision to guarantee a minimum wage, which could set a standard for San Francisco.
Lyft has reportedly been lobbying San Francisco officials to let them cash in on the current scooter-mania with their own fleet.
Those red bikes now belong to Uber, who paid a nearly $200 million for the electric bikeshare startup.
The lawsuit accuses SFMTA of letting Uber and Lyft destroy the value of cab driver medallions, leaving SF Federal Credit Union with the financial mess.
Nearly 60 percent of riders say they would have walked, biked, or used the bus if it weren’t for rideshare services.
The company knew more than a year ago and failed to notify regulators.
