A driver spent $180,000 to start an Uber Black business. Then the company deactivated his account.

A driver invested $180,000 to start an Uber Black business.

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Unfortunately, the company deactivated his account, leaving him in a difficult situation.

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Uber's deactivation policy can be harsh, with little room for appeals.

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The driver may have violated Uber's terms of service, leading to the deactivation.

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Uber has faced criticism for its handling of driver deactivations in the past.

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The driver may be able to pursue legal action against the company.

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However, such cases can be difficult to win and expensive to pursue.

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It's important for potential Uber drivers to carefully review the company's policies before investing large sums of money.

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Uber is just one of many ride-sharing platforms available, and drivers may want to consider other options as well.

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