More US Employers Are Trapping Workers in a New Form of Indentured Servitude

9/26/2022

This article highlights the rise of what is referred to as "new forms of indentured servitude" in the United States. It discusses how employers are using non-compete agreements, forced arbitration clauses, and other contractual arrangements to restrict workers' mobility and limit their ability to seek better job opportunities. The article argues that these practices, which were once reserved for high-level executives, are now being imposed on workers across various industries. It also explores the negative effects of these practices on workers' wages, job security, and overall labor market dynamics. The author calls for increased awareness and regulation to protect workers from this modern form of labor exploitation.

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