Jobs report today: Employers added 175,000 jobs in April, unemployment rises to 3.9%

U.S. payroll growth slowed substantially in April as employers added 175,000 jobs amid high interest rates and stubborn inflation, while average pay increases fell to a three-year low. The ... Read More

Study reveals higher injury and assault rates among New York City food delivery gig workers dependent on the work

A study published in the Journal of Urban Health by a team of CUNY researchers finds that food delivery gig workers in New York City face a high risk of injury and assault, particularly those ... Read More

NYC Delivery Workers Get Major Wage Boost to $19.56

It’s well over New York City ... offer minimum pay for delivery workers in June 2023, at $17.96. This new wage is an almost 9% pay bump – essentially $1.50 an hour. In announcing the news ... Read More

Share of gig workers hit a new high in March

"Ride-sharing is a major contributor to the rise in gig work due, in part, to a near return to pre-pandemic ... Institute's report also noted that workers are increasingly turning to gig work in lieu ... Read More

Here’s how much artificial intelligence will add to New York’s economy

It’s the best place to recruit candidates and recruit customers.” And New York is already home to 35 AI “unicorns,” a new report finds. Read More

New report explores worker experiences with climate-friendly New York state solar jobs

New York state solar construction workers—whose numbers are expected to grow rapidly to meet climate goals—are transient, may not receive benefits and are subject to racial disparities in pay, finds a ... Read More

How Gig Work Widens The Gap Between Workers And Customers

In the US alone, about 64 million people are working as freelancers or as gig workers on various platforms such as Uber, DoorDash, and more, according to a 2023 Upwork report. But despite its ... Read More

“The Law Destroyed Jobs” – Biden Administration Wants To Mandate Failed California “Gig Worker” Law EVERYWHERE

The law was hailed as a victory for gig workers ... freelance jobs post-AB5, highlighting the disconnect between rhetoric and reality. The experience of California’s freelance workers serves ... Read More

Gig Jobs That Pay More Than Your Day Job

Explore the gigs that can lead to financial ... Tech-savvy individuals can offer remote tech support to businesses or individuals. This job involves troubleshooting software issues, setting ... Read More