Cab medallion owners sue NYC, blame Uber for ruining business

The value of NYC cab "medallions" has tanked, and drivers are fleeing.

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NetworkElf[/url]":3hauhnbb]Does Uber fall under the definition of a taxi service anywhere in the US? I've always considered it to be a private car service.

Does anyone rational believe that there's a difference between using an app to schedule a ride and calling a phone number to accomplish the same task?

What's the difference between waving your arm and pushing a button on a smartphone screen? If both result in a car stopping to pick you up how is one fundamentally different than the other?

But there is a difference. If I wave my hand and a car stops, the medallion is my only assurance that this guy isn't a criminal. With the app, I have Uber's assurance that the button I click will result in the appearance of a reputable driver and the driver has assurance that I can pay my fare.