Thousands of rideshare drivers in Massachusetts have signed cards signaling their intent to join a union once a new law goes into effect next month. The post Uber, Lyft drivers announce formation of new ‘App Drivers Union’ appeared first on Boston.

Drivers are already organizing support for a union effort, one month before a ballot question approving unionizing becomes law.

Thousands of drivers are waiting on certification from Beacon Hill to organize for better pay and protections.

After facing opposition from local and state leaders, a pay raise for people who drive for rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft goes into effect Dec. 1.