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In States Cutting Unemployment Benefits, Gig Workers Have The Most To Lose

Republicans have focused on an extra $300 federal payment, but states are also cutting benefits for nontraditional workers and the long-term jobless.
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Congress Bailed Out Uber's Workers. Now What?

Gig workers finally got unemployment benefits, but lawmakers are looking for a permanent policy.
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12 Million To Lose Unemployment Aid The Day After Christmas Unless Congress Acts

Benefits for 12 million end the day after Christmas if lawmakers can't agree on coronavirus relief.
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Uber, Lyft Are Spending Millions To Fight Labor Protections For Their Workers

How organized labor is teaming up with app-based workers in California to take on corporate giants.
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Laid-Off Workers Still Waiting For New Unemployment Benefits

And new guidance from the Labor Department could exclude some gig workers from benefits.
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Many Workers Who Need The Most Help Right Now Won't Qualify For It

Millions of independent contractors and "gig" workers are especially vulnerable during the coronavirus slump.
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