Compensation for Injured Riders Falls Short of the Mark The proposed statutory work injury compensation scheme for gig workers in Hong Kong is a step forward, but it doesn't address the needs of injured riders like Raj Bhattarai sufficiently.
The current system has left many riders struggling financially after an accident, and the government's plan may not be enough to prevent these hardships.
Drivers like Bhattarai face significant vulnerabilities in the city. Injuries on the job can lead to prolonged periods without income, with some wait times exceeding 10 months for compensation.