Drivers for ride-hailing apps, including Uber, protested in New York City on July 14, 2026. They opposed Uber's legal efforts to block a new driver protection law.
This legislation, known as Local Law 52, is scheduled to take effect on July 28. The law prevents companies from deactivating drivers without "just cause." It also requires a 14-day notice for most account terminations.
Uber and Lyft filed separate federal lawsuits in June 2026 to stop the law. The City Council passed the law over a mayoral veto.
The companies argue the regulation is unconstitutional and could compromise passenger safety. They state it forces them to retain potentially dangerous drivers.
Driver advocates maintain the law provides crucial due process against unfair deactivations. This protects against deactivations based on false or discriminatory complaints.