New York Attorney General files suit against Amazon
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New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed suit against Amazon, claiming the online retail giant had failed to provide workers with a safe environment at two of its warehouses in the state amid surging Covid-19 infections.
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James' suit comes only a matter of days after Amazon preemptively sued to block it over its coronavirus safety protocols and the firing of one of its employees who objected to working conditions.
New York claims Amazon displayed a "flagrant disregard" for health and safety requirements and accused it of retaliating illegally against employees who whistleblew.
James launched an investigation into Amazon back in March 2020 as a result of complaints regarding the lack of precautions taken to protect staff across its New York facilities during the Covid-19 pandemic before it was later expanded to look into whether or not the company had unlawfully fired or disciplined workers who voiced concerns about the lack of safety practices.
As of 1600 GMT, Amazon shares were up 1.0% at $3,301.64 each.