What HR Needs to Know about Wage Theft

What HR Needs to Know about Wage Theft

Wage theft is a hot topic in headlines and legislation. To help AIM members stay compliant and avoid costly claims, here’s a quick refresher on what to watch for—and how to prevent it. What Is Wage Theft? Wage theft occurs when employees aren’t paid the wages or benefits they are legally entitled to. This includes wages, meal breaks, overtime pay, and any other ‘benefit’ that the employee has earned but has not received. Massachusetts law does n…