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Re:Refusal to recognize the rise of independent contractors ... by icebraining on Saturday October 08, 2016 @06:22PM (#12668994)
Like what? Remember that taxis drivers are also independent contractors[1]. Is there evidence that a better business model is possible?

[1] http://www.unitedworkerscongress.org/taxi-drivers.html

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Re:Refusal to recognize the rise of independent contractors ... by danieltillett on Saturday October 08, 2016 @08:32PM (#12669344)
Most of the problems with taxi drivers (and taxis) is that they are independent contractors. If you think you can offer a better service by controlling what your employees can and can’t do then that is fine, but don’t pretend that they are not employees just to get out of paying taxes and benefits.
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