Handling Independent Contractors with Uber's Drivers Terms of Service

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">While artfully worded, most people think of Uber as a ride service and their drivers as one and the same, not a software company.</span> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">Drafters should take care not to create contracts that elevate form over substance. Regardless of how Uber labels itself and its drivers, legal tests determine whether drivers are employees or independent contractors.<br /> <br /></span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Customers--and perhaps even some drivers--would be surprised to learn that drivers sign a software agreement, not another type of contract or employment agreement.<br /> <br /></span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Thank you for listening!<br /></span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">*****<br /></span><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Contract:<br /> <a href= "https://www.lawinsider.com/contracts/317czhEDECX#:~:text=or-,Software,-%2C%20or%20(c)&text=OR-,SOFTWARE,-%2C%20INCLUDING%20BUT&text=OF-,UBER,-SERVICE%20AND"> https://www.lawinsider.com/contracts/317czhEDECX#:~:text=or-,Software,-%2C%20or%20(c)&text=OR-,SOFTWARE,-%2C%20INCLUDING%20BUT&text=OF-,UBER,-SERVICE%20AND</a><br /> <br /></span>About Law Insider: We’re all about contracts!<br /> <br /> Law Insider (https://www.lawinsider.com​​​​) is a subscription based contract database and resource center that helps over 250,000 lawyers and business owners draft and negotiate contracts more effectively.<br /> <br /> Join the Community<br /> <br /> We think drafting and negotiating contracts is one of the most important skills you can build as an attorney and business owner. Law Insider is committed to supporting our user community with the tools and resources to help build these skills.<br /> <br /> Where to Start<br /> <br /> Looking for sample contracts, clauses or defined terms? Create a Basic Access Account and try it out. Looking for educational videos, webinars and articles on drafting and negotiating best practices? Visit our resources center.<br /> <br /> Plans and Pricing<br /> <br />