Lex Uber. Obligations of the intermediary and driver in new road transport regulations

Purpose: The purpose of the article is to discuss and analyze new regulations regarding passenger transport, new obligations of intermediaries such as Uber and drivers using such platforms. Design/methodology/approach: Analysis and interpretation of legal provisions, analysis of the socio-economic context and desirable implications. Findings: The new regulations should increase the sense of justice and equal treatment of entrepreneurs due to the unification of the requirements for all entities providing passenger transport services. Potential increase in the quality of transport services for consumers due to greater legal certainty and standards. Regulating the status and activities of intermediary platforms that have previously operated in the sphere of legal uncertainty. Originality/value: This is one of the few first studies on regulations that have been in force recently and regulating the controversy related to Uber's activity in Poland. This should be a practical source of knowledge and conclusions about the applicable regulations for transport companies, drivers wishing to operate e.g. under the Uber banner, as well as aware passengers who can expect the quality of services provided.