Los Angeles: “It’s like grown-up version of Williamsburg.” But also: “Los Angeles is really the wage-theft capital of the country.” Hmm.
Workers Who Clean Our Government Offices Say They're Being Ripped Off
This morning, a group of low-wage contract workers who do jobs for the federal government are filing a complaint claiming wage theft. Even the janitor who cleans the Secretary of Education's office says she's not being paid what she deserves. [UPDATED below.]
Oakland Raiderettes Settle Wage Theft Lawsuit for $1.25 Million
The Oakland Raiderettes will now be treated like normal human workers thanks to the wage theft lawsuit two former cheerleaders brought against the Raiders earlier this year. The Raiders are going to cough up $1.25 million in back pay per a settlement agreement reached yesterday, and from here on out, the Raiderettes…
Almost 90% of Fast Food Workers Say They've Experienced Wage Theft
Last month, fast food workers across America filed several class action lawsuits alleging illegal wage theft by their employers. If you think that's a far-fetched problem, take a look at these new poll results.
