Atlanta-based United Parcel Service has been accused of shortchanging season employees hired during peak times by requiring off-the-clock work

United Parcel Service Inc. will invest $120 million in 400 robots used to unload trucks, according to people familiar with the matter, revealing new details on the logistics giant’s $9 billion automation plan that aims to boost profits by decreasing labor costs.

New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed a lawsuit accusing UPS of stealing tens of millions of dollars in pay from seasonal workers who help deliver packages during the busy holiday season.

New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed a lawsuit against UPS, alleging that the company stole millions of dollars in wages from seasonal workers by not paying them for their time spent

Workers told the AG’s office that it was typical for them to wait around for hours after reporting to facilities or roadside meet-up points, without the ability to clock in or clock off.

Letitia James will ask the court to order UPS to pay restitution to current and former seasonal workers, alleging that the practices deprived workers of millions of dollars.