U.S. Labor Department Sues Hyundai Suppliers for Child Employment
The U.S. Labor Department sues Hyundai suppliers for alleged illegal child employment.
Investigators found children as young as 13 working at Hyundai supplier plants.
Companies involved include Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama LLC and others.
The investigation revealed minors working in hazardous conditions on assembly lines.
Hyundai cooperated with authorities but denied responsibility for suppliers' practices.
The lawsuit seeks to end child labor practices and recover profits made through illegal employment.
Allegations of child labor in Hyundai’s supply chain first surfaced in early 2021.
The case may lead to stricter enforcement and monitoring of labor practices in the industry.
Hyundai cooperated with authorities but denied responsibility for suppliers' practices.
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