California Fines Trucking Companies for Misclassification

California regulators impose $868,000 penalty on three companies for misclassifying truck drivers as independent contractors, marking the first time AB Five law directly leads to penalties in the trucking industry. Costco, Ryder Last Mile, and Mega Nice Trucking found to have joint employer relationship, exercising control over drivers schedules, uniforms, and performance. The ABC test and Borello standard used to determine worker status, with penalties covering minimum wage, overtime, and other labor violations. The case underscores ongoing scrutiny of worker classification in Californias gig economy.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.