Minnesota settles with Evergreen Acres Dairy for $250K over wage theft and poor living conditions.

Minnesota has settled with Evergreen Acres Dairy for $250,000 over wage theft and poor living conditions for workers. The settlement requires improvements to housing and compliance with labor laws, following allegations of systematic wage withholding and unauthorized rent deductions. The dairy must provide written consent for pay deductions and will be monitored for three years. This case highlights ongoing issues of exploitation within the state's agricultural workforce.

October 03, 2024
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