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What does California gig economy law AB5 do?

A California law restricting gig work like rideshare driving and freelance writing went into effect Jan. 1. Groups from truckers to freelance journalists to Postmates drivers have taken legal action against AB5, with varying success.

In win for Uber, Lyft, judge strikes down New York City's cruising cap

A New York state judge on Monday ruled in favor of Uber Technologies Inc and Lyft Inc in a lawsuit against New York City, striking down a new rule limiting how much time drivers for ride-hailing services can spend cruising streets in busy areas of Manhattan without passengers.

Lyft launches rental option on app

Lyft Inc on Thursday launched a rental option on its app that will allow certain riders in San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles to rent cars, the ride-hailing company said on a blog post.