Jeremias Prassl

About the Author

Jeremias Prassl is an acclaimed legal scholar and author whose work illuminates the evolving landscape of modern labor in the digital age. A Professor of Employment Law at the University of Oxford, Prassl draws on his extensive expertise in European and international labor law to dissect the transformative forces reshaping work. His seminal book, Humans as a Service: The Promise and Perils of Work in the Gig Economy, offers a incisive analysis of how platforms like Uber and Deliveroo redefine employment relationships, blending optimism with cautionary insights on worker rights, algorithmic management, and economic inequality. Prassl's research has influenced policy debates across continents, advocating for equitable frameworks in the gig economy while contributing to leading academic journals and advising governments on labor reforms. With a keen eye for the human cost of technological disruption, he continues to champion protections for workers navigating precarious futures.