The Gig Economy, Uber, and the Future of Worker Classification
1/21/16
By: Behnam Salehi and Allison Shrallow The “gig economy” is a unique business model in which companies connect consumers to various services through internet platforms. Instead of hiring employees to perform the services, most “gig economy” employers hire independent contractors to perform the work. As independent contractors, they enjoy flexible hours, and the ability to…