Share & Share Alike: The Regulatory Challenges of the New Sharing Economy

As the “sharing” economy has exploded in the last few years, companies such as Uber, Airbnb, and Task Rabbit have become major economic drivers valued in the billions of dollars. With this rapid growth come concerns that technology is outpacing the law. On Thursday, May 14, the American Constitution Society hosted a discussion on how government and industry leaders can worth together to shape a framework that ensures consumers are protected without stifling technological innovation.