Yes. Washington law gives rideshare (TNC) drivers paid sick time: one hour for every 40 hours of passenger-platform time.
You can use it once you've recorded 90 passenger-platform hours. It's paid at your average hourly compensation.
How it adds up
- 1 hour of paid sick time for every 40 hours of passenger-platform time
- Usable after 90 recorded passenger-platform hours
- Up to 40 unused hours carry over
- Paid at your average hourly compensation
Passenger rideshare only
This statewide protection covers passenger rideshare drivers. It doesn't cover food or goods delivery drivers.
Why it matters after an accident
This isn't insurance. If you're hurt and can't drive, paid sick time may be money available to you separately from a workers' compensation claim.
What we haven't verified
We haven't verified how to request paid sick time or how it interacts with a workers' compensation claim. Washington L&I is the place to ask.
Does Uber or Lyft pay me if I'm injured and can't work? →Do Uber and Lyft drivers get paid sick leave in New York? →
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