A new era: Mayor Mamdani's worker protection department announces new enforcement against UberEats, HungryPanda, and Fantuan for not complying with the minimum pay law.
“I’m proud that this agency is not only returning full back pay, but is recovering damages and penalties to send a strong message that cheating workers will not be tolerated.” - Sam Levine, Consumer and Worker Protection Commissioner.
It’s remarkable the fine recoups the amount stolen, and not just a small percentage. It shouldn’t be so surprising of course, but I am happy for these workers.
It’s remarkable the fine recoups the amount stolen, and not just a small percentage. It shouldn’t be so surprising of course, but I am happy for these workers.