(Rafael Henrique/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)SAN FRANCISCO - Lyft will suspend rideshare operations in California beginning late Thursday night, the company announced in a blog post.Uber and Lyft threatened to pull out of California by the end of the week if they were forced to classify their drivers as employees instead of independent contractors.RELATED: Uber, Lyft threatening to pull out of California by week's endWhile rideshare options will not be available, the company said customers are still able to rent scooters or cars from the company in Los Angeles County.
Lyft also shared alternative transportations options for the state's other 57 counties. AdvertisementIn a statement, Lyft said the new model lawmakers in.