TaskRabbit, citing coronavirus spread, will now waive task cancellation fees if you're sick

TaskRabbit, the freelance labor platform that matches workers with people who need stuff done, announced on Tuesday evening that it's canning fees for tasks cancelled due to illness. 

Specifically mentioning coronavirus and the disease it causes, COVID-19, an email sent out to members of the site outlined the change to the policy. Previously, tasks cancelled by clients less than 24 hours in advance attracted a one-hour cancellation fee.

TaskRabbit also said it has advised Taskers — the site members performing work for clients — to reschedule tasks if they are "experiencing symptoms consistent with COVID-19". Read more...