Wage theft is a serious issue in the United States, particularly affecting low-wage workers like restaurant staff, retail employees, and home care workers. Employers often fail to pay employees for overtime, force them to work off the clock, or withhold tips, leaving workers with less than they’re owed. It’s estimated that U.S. workers lose billions of dollars each year due to wage theft. While some states have enacted stronger laws and enforcement mechanisms, the problem persists, and many workers are unaware of their rights or too afraid to report abuse. In this episode I reivew where this occurring, who is most affected and what is being done to prevent it.