In a significant ruling, a federal judge in California rejected a challenge against the state's independent contractor law, AB5, from the trucking industry.

In a significant move, the Biden administration has introduced a federal rule that could compel businesses to reclassify independent contractors as employees.

The PRO Act, a proposed legislation aiming to protect workers' rights, has raised concerns among small business owners, particularly franchisees.

The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) has voiced its opposition to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Greenhouse Gas Phase 3 proposal, stating that it disregards the concerns of truck drivers.

Lorena Gonzalez Fletcher, the former California state legislator who introduced and championed the anti-independent contractor law AB 5, is facing criticism and potential damage to her reputation.

As the pandemic recedes, more Americans are gravitating towards part-time and freelance work, seeking flexibility in the job market where workers still have the upper hand.

Troubles from the 2022 travel season continue to haunt Americans as they prepare for the upcoming summer travel period.