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fromKqed
4 days ago

California Cannabis Companies Thought Trump Would Be an Ally. Then the Raids Happened | KQED

The chaotic scene has brought to the forefront simmering concerns that weed farms could become an easy target as President Donald Trump ramps up deportations, because simply working in the industry could provide the criminal pretext to arrest even a legal immigrant.
Cannabis
#wage-theft
fromKqed
3 weeks ago
Social justice

Stealing Day Laborers' Wages Could Worsen Due to ICE Raids, Researchers Warn | KQED

fromKqed
3 weeks ago
Social justice

Stealing Day Laborers' Wages Could Worsen Due to ICE Raids, Researchers Warn | KQED

more#wage-theft
#lawsuit
Los Angeles
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Smokey Robinson Sued by Former Housekeepers for Sexual Assault

Smokey Robinson faces a $50 million lawsuit from former staff alleging multiple sexual assaults.
The plaintiffs claim their immigration status concerns deterred them from reporting the assaults.
LA Dodgers
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Smokey Robinson sued for $50 million as ex-employees allege sexual assault, failure to pay overtime

Four former employees of Smokey Robinson have filed a lawsuit accusing him of sexual assault, negligence, and labor violations.
Los Angeles
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Smokey Robinson Sued by Former Housekeepers for Sexual Assault

Smokey Robinson faces a $50 million lawsuit from former staff alleging multiple sexual assaults.
The plaintiffs claim their immigration status concerns deterred them from reporting the assaults.
LA Dodgers
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Smokey Robinson sued for $50 million as ex-employees allege sexual assault, failure to pay overtime

Four former employees of Smokey Robinson have filed a lawsuit accusing him of sexual assault, negligence, and labor violations.
more#lawsuit
NYC startup
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Founders of OneTaste, the Cult-y SF Orgasm Group, Begin Federal Trial In NY

OneTaste co-founders are on trial for labor violations involving accusations of forced labor and sexual abuse.
fromThe Oaklandside
4 months ago

Monkey King, Sweet July and C Casa among February restaurant closures

C Casa, after seven years of service in Emeryville, is closing due to post-pandemic struggles and fines for severe labor law violations at its Napa location.
East Bay (California)
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