A large portion of money raised to protect workers in the state is going unused, even as officials are seeing an increase in reports of labor violations.

The Private Attorneys General Act raises millions of dollars every year from fines and settlements with businesses accused of violating labor law.

<p>A large portion of money raised to protect workers in the state is going unused, even as officials are seeing an increase in reports of labor violations.</p>
<p>The Private Attorneys General Act raises millions of dollars every year from fines and settlements with businesses accused of violating labor law.</p>

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