Lawsuit accused UPS of underpaying seasonal workers who help make deliveries in the holiday crunch | AP News

New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a lawsuit against UPS, alleging the company systematically underpaid its seasonal workers during the busy holiday season. The lawsuit claims UPS forced workers to work off the clock and improperly deducted pay for lunch breaks, resulting in an estimated $45 million in unpaid wages to tens of thousands of workers over the past six years. The Attorney General’s office began investigating in 2023 after concerns were raised by Teamsters Local 804.

UPS denies the allegations, stating they offer “industry-leading pay and benefits” and comply with all applicable laws. However, the lawsuit seeks back pay, penalties, and a court order to change UPS’s timekeeping and payroll practices. According to UPS’s website, the company delivered an average of 22.4 million packages daily and generated $91.1 billion in revenue last year.

Attorney General James emphasized the importance of recognizing the contributions of these seasonal workers, stating, “We oftentimes don’t think of these workers when we’re opening up our gifts for the holidays,” and highlighting their struggles to make ends meet.

(Source：Apnews)