Emma McCorkindale, Taylor Knight, WWLP

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – There was a discussion about the need for a solution for the future of rideshare and delivery drivers in Springfield held on Tuesday.

Business leaders from the Springfield area gathered at the Latino Economic Development Corporation on Fort Street to discuss the future of independent contractors.

Around 83% of drivers in Massachusetts are wanting to remain independent contractors, but labor unions and politicians in Boston are trying to force them in becoming employees. That includes people like rideshare drivers for Uber or Lyft or delivery drivers for Instacart or Door Dash.