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NY AG Sues UPS for Wage Theft, Seeks Reforms

12/15/2025

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  • New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a December 15, 2025 lawsuit against United Parcel Service (UPS) for wage theft.
  • An investigation found UPS failed to track hours, forced off-the-clock labor, and manipulated timekeeping.
  • The suit seeks restitution and reforms.
  • Union representatives say seasonal workers are vulnerable and unaware of rights.
  • Wage theft has been classified as larceny in New York since 2023, with nearly $1 billion lost annually.