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Old Dec 9, 2020 | 9:32 am
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Originally Posted by nd2010
All because Uber has to ensure that their drivers are independent contractors. The drivers set the price and can refuse trips by destination
Sucks for the passengers but I think it's fair for the drivers if they are a 1099-misc contractor and paying the SE taxes. If I'm having painting done at my house by a self employed contractor they are going to set the price or I can offer them an amount and if they don't find that amount to be enough to be profitable they simply reject the project.

I know someone that drives for Uber and he only takes people with a 4.9 or higher rating figuring they won't tip. The drivers are doing it to make money.
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