A shocking recent lawsuit accused Apple of unlawfully monitoring workers’ personal devices and iCloud accounts. This is limiting their ability to discuss pay and working conditions.
Allegations of Unauthorised Monitoring
The lawsuit was filed in California by Amar Bhakta who works in digital advertising for Apple. He claims that the company orders employees to install software on their personal devices. This software allows Apple to access their emails, photos, health data, and other personal information.
Confidentiality Policies and Restrictions
In addition, the lawsuit claims that Apple has confidentiality policies that prohibit workers from speaking out about their working conditions and reporting unlawful activity. Bhakta claims the company advised him to take off his work information from his LinkedIn profile and refrain from discussing his job on podcasts. Therefore, Bhakta’s lawsuit argues that Apple’s monitoring and policies limit employee rights, including whistleblowing, freedom of speech, and the ability to move freely in the job market.
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Apple Responds to Lawsuit
Apple retorted that the lawsuit’s allegations lacked validity. According to a spokeswoman, workers receive yearly training on their right to voice concerns about their working conditions. “At Apple, we’re focused on creating the best products and services in the world and we work to protect the inventions our teams create for customers,” the company stated.
Other Lawsuits Against Apple
This lawsuit isn’t the first one for Apple. Two women sued Apple in June alleging that the company underpaid female employees in its marketing, engineering, and AppleCare divisions. They are also represented by Bhakta’s attorneys. Apple has refuted these allegations, claiming that the company is dedicated to equity and inclusivity in all aspects.
The U.S. Labour Board has also filed at least three complaints against Apple. They have claimed the corporation has unlawfully prevented workers from speaking out about concerns such as pay disparity and sexual discrimination. In these instances too, Apple denied any wrongdoing.
While Apple denies the claims, the case highlights crucial concerns over workers’ rights, privacy, and pay equity within major tech companies.
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