Campbell's Soup Is In Hot Water Over Alleged Off-The-Clock Labor Scams
A proposed class action claims the soup giant and its staffing firm partner bypassed overtime laws, signaling a major shift in how the food industry must treat its "flexible" workforce.
By Foodie Pundit Newsroom - Published - Updated - Section: Policy Regulation
Key points
- Campbell’s and CorTech LLC face allegations of failing to pay overtime to hourly contingent workers for nights and weekends.
- The lawsuit argues that the use of a staffing agency does not shield major food brands from joint employer liability.
- The legal push mirrors historic accountability shifts seen in other industries, moving toward a more holistic view of labor rights.
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