Aquilini Vineyards Accused of Exploiting Guest Workers
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Federal prosecutors accuse Harvest Plus of forging contracts to bring Mexican workers to Aquilini Vineyards, where they faced harsh conditions, including extreme heat, pesticide exposure, lack of medical care, and unpaid wages. Workers were threatened with harm to their families if they complained. Aquilini Vineyards denies wrongdoing, claiming to follow all laws and have safety policies in place. This is not the first controversy for the Aquilinis, who have also faced back wage repayments and a deadly fire in worker housing.
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