DoorDash, Instacart, Amazon Flex - gig delivery terms are notoriously one-sided. I check for deactivation policies, tip transparency, expense reimbursement, and the arbitration clauses that limit your legal options.
These clauses directly impact your earnings and job security
Can they deactivate you without warning? What's the appeals process? Many platforms can terminate your access with minimal notice and limited recourse.
Do you receive 100% of customer tips? Can tips be used to subsidize base pay? After lawsuits, some platforms now hide tip practices in complex terms.
Terms will classify you as an independent contractor. This affects your taxes, benefits, and legal rights. Some states (like California) have challenged these classifications.
Gas, vehicle wear, phone data - who pays for delivery expenses? Some terms explicitly disclaim reimbursement obligations that may be required by state law.
Personal auto insurance often excludes commercial delivery. What coverage does the platform provide? When does it apply? Coverage gaps can leave you exposed.
Most delivery apps require individual arbitration and ban class actions. This limits your ability to join lawsuits over wage theft or misclassification.
Beyond driver-specific provisions, I confirm these app essentials are properly addressed
How ratings affect your standing
When and how you get paid
Ongoing screening requirements
Location and activity tracking
Service fees and deductions
Flexibility vs. requirements
Platform responsibility caps
Jurisdiction for disputes
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