Mamdani announces a $5 million settlement for food app delivery drivers: Who is eligible?

New York City Mayor Mamdani has announced a $5 million settlement for delivery drivers working with Uber Eats, Fantuan, and HungryPanda, addressing complaints regarding pay, working conditions, and app penalties. The settlement, impacting nearly 50,000 workers, provides monetary compensation and reinstatement opportunities for those unfairly deactivated. Drivers who worked between January 2023 and December 2025 and experienced pay reductions or penalties are eligible, including both full-time and part-time workers.

Mamdani emphasized the importance of this settlement for recognizing the contributions of “deliveristas” and establishing fair standards for food delivery platforms. Uber Eats has agreed to reinstate up to 10,000 previously deactivated workers. The $5 million will be distributed through direct payments based on hours worked and deliveries completed, and through the reinstatement process.

This announcement follows Mamdani’s initial 100 days in office, focused on labor protections for gig workers. Advocates view the settlement as a significant victory for delivery drivers in New York City and a potential precedent for similar cases nationwide. Affected drivers are encouraged to submit claims through the settlement administrator to receive compensation and potentially regain access to their accounts.

(Source：Marca Claro)