Platform Workers Beating of Houston Uber driver highlights dangers of gig work iStock.com/jetcityimage Tuesday 26 September 2023 A man and woman who disguised themselves as passengers to savagely beat and rob an Uber driver in Texas last year have been sentenced to federal prison. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Platform Workers Female gig workers face bias, harassment, and violence, report finds Platform Workers Uber warns of severe price hikes if EU gig-work rules are passed Platform Workers Promise and peril of gig work: why platforms must be part of the solution Labour Reforms Australia shelves controversial gig work, labour-hire reforms