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Uber and Lyft Agree to $328M Settlement Over Alleged Earnings Theft from NY Drivers
Uber and Lyft have agreed to pay a combined $328 million to settle accusations from New York Attorney General Letitia James that the ride-sharing […]
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Feds Bust Duo in ‘Screwber’ Scam Targeting Uber Drivers, Riders, and Company
Federal prosecutors in New York have charged two men, Eliahou Paldiel, 52, of Queens, and Carlos Arturo Suarez Palacios, 54, of Brick Township, NJ, […]
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Mayor Adams Strikes Deal With Uber, Lyft to Boost Driver Earnings by Cutting Down Lockouts
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, alongside New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) Commissioner David Do, announced that the city has reached […]
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The New TLC Rules for Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles Eliminate Retirement Dates and Implement Accessibility Standards for FHVs
The Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) has announced new rules that will eliminate the vehicle retirement dates for Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles (WAVs) effective from […]
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Political Motives Behind Governor Hochul’s Decision to Halt Congestion Pricing
Governor Kathy Hochul’s recent decision to indefinitely pause congestion pricing in New York City has sparked a flurry of debate and speculation. Congestion pricing, […]
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Navigating NYC’s Streets: The Central Business District Tolling Program Unveiled
New York City, known for its bustling streets, iconic yellow taxis, and towering skyscrapers, is about to embark on a groundbreaking transportation initiative—the Central […]
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Judge Strikes Down TLC’s Proposed Pay Increase for High-Volume For-Hire Services Drivers
The New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) is committed to protecting the rights of drivers. On November 15, 2022, TLC approved changes to its driver pay rules, raising the minimum rates of pay for drivers working for High-Volume For-Hire Services. However, on January 6, 2023, a judge struck down TLC’s proposed pay rate increase as a result of legal action initiated by Uber. Therefore, the current minimum pay rates will remain in effect until further notice. Despite this setback, TLC remains committed to ensuring that drivers are paid fairly for their work and will review the judge’s decision and continue to take action to protect this important pay standard.
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The Risks and Consequences of Obscuring License Plate Numbers in New York
It is not uncommon for people to obscure their license plate numbers in order to protect their privacy or avoid being tracked by law […]
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Even the chair of New York City’s transportation committee took her part on Reckless driving affecting New York City after covid pandemic
There has been a noticeable increase in reckless driving on the streets since the COVID-19 pandemic. Many people seem to have lost their respect […]
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Mayor Eric Adams plan “pedestrianize” Fifth Avenue by widening sidewalks and reducing four auto lanes
Pedestrianization of streets can have a number of benefits, including improving safety for pedestrians, encouraging more walking and physical activity, and potentially reducing air pollution and noise.