New York Attorney General Letitia James is encouraging rideshare drivers who believe they were underpaid by Uber and Lyft to file claims by January 31, 2025, to access funds they may be owed.
In November 2023, Attorney General James secured a $328 million settlement for drivers following an investigation by the Office of the Attorney General (OAG). Now, to ensure eligible drivers have enough time to claim their portion of the settlement, the Attorney General has extended the deadline.
What does the settlement mean for rideshare drivers?
- Compensation. Eligible drivers could receive a portion of the funds, depending on how long and when they drove for Uber or Lyft in New York. The exact amount each driver receives has not yet been determined.
- Minimum wage & paid sick leave. This settlement brings significant changes beyond the payout; Uber and Lyft agreed to provide a minimum wage of $26 per hour (adjusted annually for inflation) and paid sick leave to drivers outside of New York City.
Who is eligible?
If you drove for Uber or Lyft in New York at any point between October 11th, 2015, and July 31st, 2017 for Uber, and between November 10th, 2014 and May 22nd, 2017 for Lyft, you’re likely eligible for compensation. This includes both active and inactive drivers during that period.
When can I file a claim?
The claims process is open! The deadline to file a claim is January 31, 2025.
How can I file a claim?
Lyft
- Call: 1-800-433-5314
- File Online: https://lyftnyagsettlement.com/
- Email: info@LyftNYAGSettlement.com
Uber
- Call: 1-800-625-2332
- File Online: https://ubernyagsettlement.com/
- Email: info@UberNYAGSettlement.com
You can also visit the Attorney General’s Official Settlement Basics Page for all information and updates.
Scam Alert
Be cautious of anyone offering to assist you with filing a claim for the Lyft or Uber settlements. Scammers can fake phone numbers, caller IDs, and email addresses to look like legitimate sources. Never share your personal or financial information with someone who contacts you claiming to help with your claim.
For reliable assistance, contact Rust Consulting directly.
