California is investigating whether Amazon has taken enough steps to protect warehouse workers from COVID-19. The investigation was sparked after Chiyomi Brent, an Amazon worker at a San Francisco warehouse, followed a lawsuit in June. Brent says the world’s largest retailer has put her and other workers at needless risk.
California investigates Amazon warehouse following lawsuit
Americans might be shopping on Amazon more as they’re staying at home during the pandemic. In June, an Amazon worker filed a lawsuit saying Amazon needlessly put her and fellow workers at risk for COVID-19. Photo by Amy Ta.
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