Santa Clara County has filed a civil lawsuit against the owners of five Metro by T-Mobile stores, alleging numerous labor law violations, including child labor abuse and wage theft. The lawsuit covers offenses dating back to 2021 and accuses the stores of employing minors as young as 14 without proper permits, overtime pay, or breaks. These violations reportedly undermined basic worker rights, particularly in lower-income areas. T-Mobile stated that its independent retailers are expected to comply with labor laws and are investigating the allegations.
The lawsuit against five Metro by T-Mobile retail stores stems from alleged rampant violations of Labor Code laws, including child labor abuses and wage theft.
Betty Duong highlighted the socioeconomic challenges of the East San Jose community, stating that violations of workers' rights will not be tolerated in her district.
T-Mobile responded by emphasizing that Metro stores are independently operated, asserting that they require strict compliance with labor laws and take concerns seriously.
Investigators found that workers as young as 14 were employed without permits and often paid in cash, violating California's strict labor laws.
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