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California’s New Gig Work Law Is Hurting Women

While many female entrepreneurs and small business owners pride themselves on making a living as independent contractors, women in California are now having one hell of a time keeping their careers. Thanks to California Assembly Bill No. 5 (AB5), which went into effect on January 1, 2020.

By Cristina Margolis2 min read
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Sponsored by Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez (D-San Diego) and signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom, the reason for Assembly Bill No. 5 (AB5) is to set more restrictive labor laws for businesses working with independent contractors from California.