Salvation Army EXPOSED: Forced Labor, Secret Settlements & Court Defeats

Salvation Army EXPOSED: Forced Labor, Secret Settlements & Court Defeats
🚨 This Week’s Investigation: The Salvation Army’s Legal Crisis
Week Two: The Salvation Army Exposed: Forced Labor & Secret Settlements
Week Three: Millions in Lawsuits Against The Salvation Army (What They’re Hiding)
Week Four: Charity or Exploitation? The Truth About The Salvation Army
Week Five: How The Salvation Army Got Sued for $1.87 Million – and It’s Just Beginning
The Salvation Army—one of America's most trusted charities—is now facing multiple federal lawsuits. From forced labor allegations to millions paid in secret settlements, this video reveals what mainstream media won’t touch.
🔍 In this Sunday expose, we uncover:
Allegations of $1/hour wages for vulnerable people in rehab programs
A $1.87 million settlement for illegal background checks
Three federal courts rejecting The Salvation Army’s legal defenses
Thousands of victims still fighting for justice

🛑 This isn’t about attacking a charity.

📖 I currently live in a Salvation Army program — and have for 4.5 years.

This is about telling the truth, holding power accountable, and protecting the vulnerable.
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⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 – Why This Story Matters
02:11 – The Salvation Army’s Public Image
05:34 – Lawsuit #1: Forced Labor Allegations
09:27 – Lawsuit #2: $1.87M Settlement Over Privacy Violations
12:45 – How Federal Judges Responded
15:02 – Charity, Power & Exploitation
18:44 – What Happens Next
21:00 – Final Thoughts & Call to Action

📚 Sources Cited:
All claims are backed by federal court records, legal settlements, and verified news reports. Full citations available in the pinned comment.

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Full Citations for Salvation Army Documentary Series
Episode 1: Forced Labor Claims
Primary Sources:
1.Taylor v. The Salvation Army National Corporation (7th Circuit, 2024)
1.Case No. 23-1218
2.URL: https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/ca7/23-1218/23-1218-2024-08-06.html
2.Cohen Milstein Sellers & Toll PLLC - Salvation Army ARC Unpaid Wages Litigation
1.URL: https://www.cohenmilstein.com/case-study/salvation-army-arc-unpaid-wages-litigation/
3.Top Class Actions - Salvation Army Forced Labor Lawsuit
1.URL: https://topclassactions.com/lawsuit-settlements/employment-labor/discrimination/the-salvation-army-forced-labor-abused-arc-participants-alleges-class-action/
4.Bloomberg Law - Salvation Army Forced Labor Cases (2024)
1.URL: https://news.bloomberglaw.com/litigation/salvation-army-beats-bid-for-new-shot-at-coerced-rehab-work-row
Episode 2: $1.87 Million Settlement
Primary Sources:
1.Parker v. The Salvation Army Settlement - Official Settlement Website
1.URL: https://www.parkerfcrasettlement.com/
2.Claim Depot - The Salvation Army $1,875,250 Settlement for FCRA Violations
1.URL: https://www.claimdepot.com/settlements/the-salvation-army-fair-credit-reporting
3.Top Class Actions - Salvation Army FCRA $1.87M Class Action Settlement
1.URL: https://topclassactions.com/lawsuit-settlements/closed-settlements/salvation-army-fcra-1-87m-class-action-settlement/
4.ClassAction.org - Class Action Claims The Salvation Army Failed to Provide Proper Background Check Disclosures
1.URL: https://www.classaction.org/news/class-action-claims-the-salvation-army-failed-to-provide-proper-background-check-disclosures-to-job-applicants
Episode 3: Federal Court Rulings
Primary Sources:
1.Clancy et al. v. The Salvation Army (Northern District of Illinois)
1.Case No. 1:22-cv-01250
2.Alvear et al. v. The Salvation Army (Northern District of Georgia)
1.Case No. 1:22-cv-00979
3.Geiser et al. v. The Salvation Army (Southern District of New York)
1.Case No. 1:22-cv-01968
4.Rosen Bien Galvan & Grunfeld LLP - RBGG Files Suits Against Salvation Army
1.URL: https://rbgg.com/rbgg-files-suits-against-salvation-army-in-arc-unpaid-wages-litigation/
5.Rukin Hyland & Riggin LLP - Salvation Army ARC Unpaid Wages Litigation
1.URL: https://rhdtlaw.com/current-class-action/salvation-army-arc-unpaid-wages-litigation/
Legal Framework References:
1.Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) - 15 U.S.C. § 1681 et seq.
2.Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act (TVPRA) - 18 U.S.C. § 1589
3.Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) - 29 U.S.C. § 201 et seq.
Key Legal Dates:
Background Check Violations: November 2, 2018 - May 17, 2021
Settlement Approval: August 6, 2024
Forced Labor Appeals Decision: August 2024 (7th Circuit)
Class Certification Hearings: Scheduled for 2025
Settlement Details Verified:
Total Settlement Amount: $1,875,250
Individual Voucher Amount: $95
Eligible States: California, Oregon, Washington, Alaska, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Utah, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Arizona
Claim Deadline: June 15, 2024
Disclaimer for Video Description:
"All information presented is based on publicly available court documents, legal filings, and verified news reports. This content is for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Viewers should consult legal professionals for specific legal matters."