Articles by Lev Soros — page 7
Choosing the Right Driver on GetTransfer: A Savvy Traveller’s Guide
marketplace vs aggregator
In the image above, you can see a comparison between the GetTransfer marketplace user view and the Uber aggregator user view. So that is the difference?
In today’s dynamic travel landscape, the art of journeying has e
"Grey" Platforms: When Digital Platforms Cross the Line?
In the rapidly evolving digital economy, platforms like Uber and various ride-hailing services have transformed traditional industries. However, while many of these platforms claim to be mere intermediaries – facilitating transactions between indepe
Are Platforms Like Welcome Pickups are Classified as Transportation Services or Information Service Providers in EU?
The legal classification of platforms like Welcome Pickups hinges on their operational model and the degree of control they exert over transportation services. In its 2017 judgment, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) concluded that Uber's servi
Black Cabs vs. Mobile Apps: FREENOW Court Case in London
London. The legal framework governing transportation services in the UK has long maintained a clear distinction between licensed taxis and private hire vehicles (PHVs). However, the rise of ride-hailing applications has blurred these traditional
Star Taxi App Case: Shaping EU Ride-Hailing Regulation
With the increasing role of digital platforms in facilitating transportation services, legal questions arised regarding their classification and the extent of regulatory oversight they should face. The core issue is whether these platforms should be
Digital platforms in the EU: Airbnb’s Legal Status Explained
The classification of digital platforms has become a cornerstone legal issue in the twenties, particularly in sectors where traditional regulatory frameworks intersect with technological innovation. One of the most debated questions is whether platf
Uber and EU Law: Information Service or Transport Provider?
This distinction carries significant implications for how such platforms operate within the European Union.
Legal Conclusions on the Operation of Internet Platforms Related to Transportation Services Based on Uber Case
Judgment of the Court (Grand Chamber) of 20 December 2017
Asociación Profesional Elite Taxi vs Uber Systems Spain, SL
Case C-434/15
OPINION OF ADVOCATE GENERAL SZPUNAR
delivered on 11 May 2017 (1)
Case C‑434/15
Asociación Profesi
Legal Conclusions on the Operation of Internet Platforms Related to Transportation Services Based on Airbnb Case C-390/18
Judgment of the Court (Grand Chamber) of 19 December 2019
Criminal proceedings against XRequest for a preliminary ruling from the Juge d'instruction du tribunal de grande instance de Paris
Case C-390/18
OPINION OF ADVOCATE GENERAL SZPUNAR
Legal Conclusions on the Operation of Internet Platforms Related to Transportation Services Based on Star Taxi Case
Judgment of the Court (Fourth Chamber) of 3 December 2020 Star Taxi App SRL v Unitatea Administrativ Teritorială Municipiul Bucureşti prin Primar General and Consiliul General al Municipiului Bucureşti. Request for a preliminary ruling from the Tri
Navigating London’s Travel Mobility: a Closer Look at GetTransfer.com and its Traditional Rival
LONDON. In today’s fast-evolving travel landscape, efficiency and flexibility have become the watchwords for globetrotters. As millions journey from London’s Heathrow and Gatwick airports to their hotels and beyond, online transfer platforms are
Unlicensed “Uber-like” Platforms in Airport Transfers: the Rise of the Grey Market
In many cities worldwide, Uber-like services have revolutionized local rides by using digital platforms to connect drivers and passengers. However, the sector also has its share of grey market participants—companies operating at the edge of the law