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Flaum's Attorney Accused of Serious Ethical Violations in Bid to Trick Workers Out of Wages

The prominent blog Failed Messiah, which published the brief in full, calls the revelation, "...a serious ethical violation that could (and probably should) lead to censure and perhaps disbarment."

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Workers at Kosher Food Producer Score Legal Victory for Equal Rights

“There's power in coming together with your co-workers and we are well on our way to winning the justice we have been seeking."

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Big Step Forward for Flaum Campaign, As Tnuva Severs Ties

"I am happy that Tnuva is showing consideration for the rights of the employees who work hard every day getting their cheeses packed and delivered to supermarkets at a very fast pace," said Maria Corona, a former Flaum employee whose firing was held to be a violation of federal law.

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Focus campaign wins biggest victory yet at Pur Pac!

"I feel proud today that my co-workers and I stood up, got organized, and won. This settlement means a great deal for us and our families but also for our effort with the Focus campaign to win respect for all of New York City's food processing and distribution workers."

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What is Brandworkers Legal Defense-Plus?

Brandworkers Legal Defense-Plus connects you with the diverse resources you need to improve your retail or food job. And it's free!

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Focus on the Food Chain

Empowering Food Distribution Workers to Rise Out of Sweatshop Conditions

Shameful Sweatshops

Food warehouse workers servicing some of the chicest gourmet markets and restaurants in the Northeastern United States are frequently denied the most basic workplace rights. Management regularly fails to pay these mostly immigrant workers the minimum wage or overtime premium as required by law. Disrespect and abuse from management is the norm, while health benefits are a far off dream.

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