Attorney General Andrea Campbell emphasized the importance of child labor laws, stating, 'Our child labor laws protect vulnerable young people as they embark on jobs to learn skills, give back to their communities, and earn their own money.' This highlights the dual role of work for minors in gaining experience and safeguarding their well-being.
The settlement requires Shake Shack to pay $244,500, with half allocated for penalties and the other half directed to a state fund enforcing Massachusetts employment laws.
More than 200 employees across 12 different Shake Shack locations were found to be affected by labor violations, which included improper scheduling of minors.
The investigation was initiated after a complaint about Shake Shack's location in Woburn, where minors were reportedly being scheduled beyond legal hour limits.
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