Ask the Auditor: Why does it seem like wage theft is rising?
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Wage theft is a recurring problem in Denver. To address an issue that impacts tens of thousands of workers, Denver Labor has expanded its teams and outreach efforts. In this episode of Ask the Auditor, learn how Denver Labor is working to mitigate one of the most common labor violations in the country, and how we broke records in 2025 supporting the people who needed it most.
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