wage theft

Hartford, Connecticut - "Slaughter Clauses"? What is that? The mandatory subcontract form set forth in Section 4b-96 has been routinely ignored by general contractors, who simply include the statutory subcontract as "blah, blah, blah" and then add an array of ridiculous contract clauses that shift many risks and liabilities associated with the…

A University of Massachusetts Amherst Labor Center study has recently revealed the “not so perfect” side of Boston. Within the city, the construction sector is riddled with inequality, cash payments, and poor employee treatment. Labor brokers are commonly found…

Bill SB 999 was signed by Governor Ned Lamont on June 14, 2021. The Bill is a collection of reforms expected to increase wages and heighten employment opportunities among the state’s renewable energy sector. The laws are inline with similar workforce initiatives like The Wage Theft Bill In New York…

ALBANY, NY- A bill, Legislation S2766/A3350, that passed the assembly is now on its way through the New York State Senate. The bill, sponsored by Senator Jessica Ramos, looks to ensure that responsibility and oversight will be put on prime contract holders such as a General Contractor when issues arise with unfair labor practices, wage theft, and…