Terms of Service

1. Who We Are and What We Do

LearnLift is a transportation company that recruits drivers and provides driver management services. LearnLift is not a consumer rideshare or transportation technology platform. We recruit independent contractor drivers on behalf of our clients and help administer driver-related onboarding, compliance, documentation, and communications.

In many programs, the transportation services are delivered for a client (e.g., a transportation operator, school transportation provider, or other service provider). LearnLift may act as an agent or administrator for the client or for the program. LearnLift does not guarantee assignments, hours, or earnings.

2. Definitions

• “Client” means the transportation company, school transportation provider, public agency contractor, or other organization for whom Drivers may perform transportation services.
• “Driver” or “you” means a driver applicant, screened candidate, independent contractor driver, or former driver interacting with LearnLift.
• “Program Requirements” means client-specific rules, training, documentation, vehicle standards, and policies applicable to a particular engagement, which may be provided in a Schedule or separate notice.
• “Services” means LearnLift’s recruiting, onboarding support, driver-management, compliance administration, and related services.

3. Eligibility and Account Responsibilities

• You must be at least 18 years old (or older if required by the Client/program) and legally authorized to work/contract in the jurisdiction where services are performed.
• You agree to provide accurate, complete, and updated information in your application and throughout your engagement.
• If LearnLift provides you access credentials to a portal or system, you are responsible for safeguarding them and for all activity under your credentials.

4. Application, Screening, and Compliance Checks

Depending on the Client and Program Requirements, LearnLift and/or the Client may require some or all of the following before you may begin or continue providing services:

• Driver’s license verification, license class/endorsements, and periodic re-verification.
• Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) checks and periodic monitoring where permitted.
• Background screening and/or identity verification where permitted.
• Required training completion, certification uploads, and periodic renewals.
• Insurance verification and/or vehicle documentation where applicable.

You authorize LearnLift to collect, verify, and re-verify information you provide for these purposes and to share status results and relevant documentation with the Client as needed for eligibility and compliance.

Where required by law (e.g., consumer reporting requirements), LearnLift and/or the Client will provide separate notices and obtain separate authorizations.

5. Independent Contractor Status

You and LearnLift intend for any services you perform in connection with a client program to be performed as an independent contractor and not as an employee. Nothing in these Driver Terms creates an employment relationship, partnership, joint venture, or agency between you and LearnLift.

Accordingly, unless otherwise required by applicable law or explicitly stated in a signed written agreement:

• You control the manner and means of your work, including your schedule and acceptance of assignments, subject to Program Requirements and safety obligations.
• You are responsible for all taxes arising from your earnings, including self-employment taxes, and for filing required tax forms.
• You are not eligible for LearnLift employee benefits (including workers’ compensation coverage, unemployment insurance, health benefits, or paid leave) unless required by law or separately provided.
• You are responsible for your own business expenses (vehicle, fuel, tolls, phone, data plan, maintenance), except where a written program schedule expressly states otherwise.
• You may provide services to others, including competitors, provided you comply with confidentiality and Program Requirements.

If a court, agency, or applicable law determines that you are not an independent contractor for a particular engagement, the parties’ relationship will be reformed only to the minimum extent required to comply with the determination.

6. Driver Obligations and Conduct

As a condition of working with LearnLift/Client programs, you agree that you will:

• Maintain all required licenses, permits, and driving eligibility, and promptly report suspensions, citations, or material changes.
• Comply with all Program Requirements, Client policies, and applicable laws and regulations (including safety and accessibility rules).
• Complete required trainings on time and maintain current documentation (e.g., renewals, expirations).
• Operate safely, professionally, and courteously; do not drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Not engage in harassment, discrimination, retaliation, or inappropriate conduct; maintain appropriate boundaries with riders.
• Protect confidential information and personal data you may access during services (see Section 10).
• Promptly report safety incidents, accidents, or concerns as required by the Program Requirements.

7. Vehicle, Insurance, and Equipment

Some programs require you to provide and operate your own vehicle. If applicable, you agree to maintain the vehicle in safe working condition and meet all program standards.

Insurance requirements, vehicle standards, inspection documentation, and equipment requirements (e.g., phone, dash camera, child safety equipment) may be specified by the Client or Program Requirements.

8. Assignments, Availability, and No Guarantee

LearnLift may present opportunities or assignments based on Client needs and Program Requirements.

LearnLift and the Client do not guarantee that any opportunities or assignments will be offered, that you will be selected, or that any minimum hours or earnings will be available.

9. Compensation; Invoicing; Taxes

Compensation terms (rates, pay cycles, and invoicing requirements) are program-specific and will be provided in an offer notice, statement of work, schedule, or separate written terms (the “Compensation Schedule”).

• You are responsible for accurate time/route/invoice submissions and required supporting documentation.
• You authorize LearnLift and/or the Client to validate submissions for accuracy and compliance (including audit checks) and to correct obvious errors or request clarifications.
• You are responsible for all applicable taxes; where LearnLift administers payments, you may be issued a Form 1099 or other tax reporting as required.

10. Confidentiality and Data Protection

During recruitment, onboarding, and service delivery, you may receive or access confidential information belonging to LearnLift or a Client, including rider/student information, schedules, pickup/drop-off addresses, contact details, operational procedures, and pricing.

You agree to:

• Use confidential information only for performing services under the applicable program.
• Not disclose confidential information to any third party, including posting on social media.
• Not record, photograph, or share rider/student information except as expressly permitted by Program Requirements and applicable law.
• Maintain reasonable security for any device used to access program information (e.g., passcodes, secure storage).

11. Use of Websites/Portals

• You may use LearnLift’s website/portal only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Driver Terms.
• You may not attempt to access systems without authorization, interfere with security, or introduce malware.
• LearnLift may suspend or revoke access to a portal if misuse or security concerns arise.

12. Non-Exclusivity; Conflicts of Interest

Your relationship with LearnLift is non-exclusive. However, you must avoid conflicts of interest that compromise safety, compliance, or Client program integrity. You agree not to misrepresent your affiliation with LearnLift or a Client.

13. Term and Termination

These Driver Terms take effect when you accept them (including by submitting an application) and continue until terminated.

You may stop participating at any time. LearnLift may terminate or suspend your participation immediately if:

• You fail to meet Program Requirements or required documentation is missing/expired;
• A safety incident, misconduct, or policy violation occurs;
• A Client requests removal from a program; or
• LearnLift reasonably believes continued participation poses a safety, compliance, or reputational risk.

Upon termination, you must promptly return or securely delete any confidential information and cease representing yourself as associated with LearnLift or the Client program, except as required for tax/recordkeeping.

14. Disclaimers; Limitation of Liability

LearnLift provides recruiting and driver-management services “as is” and “as available.” To the maximum extent permitted by law, LearnLift disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including fitness for a particular purpose.

To the maximum extent permitted by law, LearnLift will not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or for lost profits or opportunities, arising out of or related to these Driver Terms or your participation in any program.

15. Indemnity

To the maximum extent permitted by law, you agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless LearnLift and its clients from claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from your breach of these Driver Terms, your negligence or willful misconduct, or your violation of law while performing services, except to the extent caused by LearnLift’s gross negligence or willful misconduct.

16. Dispute Resolution; Governing Law

Governing Law: These Driver Terms are governed by the laws of California, without regard to conflict of laws rules.

Venue: Unless an arbitration addendum applies, any dispute will be brought in the state or federal courts located in Contra Costa County California and the party’s consent to jurisdiction there.

Optional Arbitration Addendum: LearnLift may use an arbitration agreement and class action waiver for certain programs. If so, it will be provided as a separate addendum with an opt-out process where required.

17. Changes to These Driver Terms

LearnLift may update these Driver Terms from time to time. If changes are material, we will post an updated version and update the “Last Updated” date. Your continued participation after the effective date of the update constitutes acceptance, except where prohibited by law.