Federal Judge Rejects DoorDash and Uber Eats' Bid to Block NYC Tipping Law, Legislation Takes Effect Monday
A US District Judge in Manhattan has dealt a significant blow to two food delivery giants, DoorDash and Uber Eats, by denying their request to halt the implementation of new tipping regulations in New York City. The legislation, set to take effect on Monday, requires users to be given the option to tip delivery workers at checkout, with a default tip amount of 10% or more.
The ruling comes as good news for tens of thousands of delivery workers who have been fighting for better wages and working conditions in the city. Earlier this month, regulators accused Uber and DoorDash of siphoning off millions of dollars from delivery workers after altering their apps to discourage tipping.
The ride-hailing companies had argued that the law would infringe on their constitutional right to free speech by mandating a specific message about tipping at checkout. However, Judge George B. Daniels rejected this claim, stating that the delivery apps had not demonstrated sufficient grounds for an injunction and that the public interest did not favor their request.
As a result, DoorDash has warned of an imminent drop-off in orders from small businesses once the law goes into effect. Meanwhile, local officials and worker rights groups have hailed the decision as a victory for delivery workers who often face harsh weather conditions and use their own equipment to deliver food to customers.
"We're disappointed in this ruling, but are confident in our position," said DoorDash spokesperson Samantha Ramirez. "We will continue working to prevent further losses for local businesses and higher costs for consumers."
In contrast, City Councilmember Shaun Abreu has celebrated the decision, saying it marks a major win for delivery workers who have long been underpaid and overworked.
"This ruling is an early win for thousands of deliveristas citywide, and we anticipate a victory in the ongoing case," Abreu said. "Delivery workers are often braving harsh weather conditions and using their own equipment to feed New Yorkers. This legislation will put more money in their pockets and help level the playing field."
Local worker rights groups have also praised the decision, with Ligia Guallpa of the Worker's Justice Project saying it reaffirms that delivery workers are not disposable.
"These victories matter because they reaffirm a simple truth: Delivery workers are not disposable, and app companies do not get to rewrite labor standards through app design and legal intimidation," Guallpa said.
A US District Judge in Manhattan has dealt a significant blow to two food delivery giants, DoorDash and Uber Eats, by denying their request to halt the implementation of new tipping regulations in New York City. The legislation, set to take effect on Monday, requires users to be given the option to tip delivery workers at checkout, with a default tip amount of 10% or more.
The ruling comes as good news for tens of thousands of delivery workers who have been fighting for better wages and working conditions in the city. Earlier this month, regulators accused Uber and DoorDash of siphoning off millions of dollars from delivery workers after altering their apps to discourage tipping.
The ride-hailing companies had argued that the law would infringe on their constitutional right to free speech by mandating a specific message about tipping at checkout. However, Judge George B. Daniels rejected this claim, stating that the delivery apps had not demonstrated sufficient grounds for an injunction and that the public interest did not favor their request.
As a result, DoorDash has warned of an imminent drop-off in orders from small businesses once the law goes into effect. Meanwhile, local officials and worker rights groups have hailed the decision as a victory for delivery workers who often face harsh weather conditions and use their own equipment to deliver food to customers.
"We're disappointed in this ruling, but are confident in our position," said DoorDash spokesperson Samantha Ramirez. "We will continue working to prevent further losses for local businesses and higher costs for consumers."
In contrast, City Councilmember Shaun Abreu has celebrated the decision, saying it marks a major win for delivery workers who have long been underpaid and overworked.
"This ruling is an early win for thousands of deliveristas citywide, and we anticipate a victory in the ongoing case," Abreu said. "Delivery workers are often braving harsh weather conditions and using their own equipment to feed New Yorkers. This legislation will put more money in their pockets and help level the playing field."
Local worker rights groups have also praised the decision, with Ligia Guallpa of the Worker's Justice Project saying it reaffirms that delivery workers are not disposable.
"These victories matter because they reaffirm a simple truth: Delivery workers are not disposable, and app companies do not get to rewrite labor standards through app design and legal intimidation," Guallpa said.
finally some justice for those delivery workers in nyc! DoorDash and Uber Eats have been screwing over these people for way too long, making them work hard just to get by on minimum wage... [link to article](https://www.reuters.com/world/us-delivery-workers-win-nyc-tipping-law-2024-08-21/)
. now they have to let workers keep their tips or more, it's about time! 
those delivery guys are always running around in rain or heat with nothin but a laptop and a car, they deserve better. the fact that City Councilmember Shaun Abreu is celebratin' this win makes me wanna celebrate too 
. can't wait to see how DoorDash reacts when their orders start droppin 
just think about it, two big food delivery giants trying to block a law that's all about treating their workers with some respect... 
they're the ones making millions, but these delivery workers are out there in the elements, using their own gear, and basically getting screwed 
. it's like, can't you just throw them a bone already? 
i mean i know some people swear by oat milk but personally i'm more of a soyboy for life lol anyway back to the tipping law thing... idk man i feel bad for door dash and uber eats they're like "oh no our business model is gonna tank" 
. I mean, think about it - these guys are out in the elements, dealin' with crazy traffic and whatnot, just to bring you your food. They deserve some decent compensation 
. This ruling is a major win for all the workers out there, and I'm stoked to see some change happen 
!
I mean, can you believe this?! DoorDash and Uber Eats are already getting all salty about the new tipping law in NYC 
. And can we talk about how much of an abuse of power DoorDash is being? They've been sneaking away millions of dollars from their employees' pockets, and now they're all upset about someone telling them to stop? 
! It's gonna be great to see more money flowing into the pockets of people who are actually doing the hard work 
the apps are already getting all bent out of shape about this, but tbh I don't blame 'em 
, especially those who are already struggling to make ends meet as delivery workers, i mean they gotta brave all kinds of weather conditions just to get their food out there, its only fair that they get a little extra cash 
door dash and uber eats are getting roasted for trying to screw over their workers 
anyway, can't wait to see the impact this law has on small businesses 
. The people are on the side of the delivery workers here 
And it's crazy that DoorDash was worried about losing orders from small businesses. Like, what's the worst that could happen? People might choose to tip more or less? 
