A former Paparazzi employee fired in January 2022 has filed labor complaints against the jewelry company with federal and state regulators, alleging wrongful termination and serious workplace safety violations.

Melissa Sorenson claims she was dumped without cause. In chat logs filed as evidence in a lawsuit Paparazzi brought against her and other ex-consultants, Sorenson reveals she's contacted the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, both at the federal and Utah levels, plus the Department of Labor.

The Department of Labor agreed with her. Internal correspondence shows investigators found her complaint "warranted" and referred the case to Utah for a full investigation, which the feds said they'd assist with.

Paparazzi was ordered to mediation on February 23rd. The company didn't show. When Sorenson tried again, Paparazzi stood her up a second time. "They also never showed up to mediation yesterday and it's frustrating .. like I'm no longer worth their time," she wrote in the chat.

Utah OSHA is now investigating multiple concerns Sorenson raised. Inspectors plan to examine the jewelry itself, safety controls on machines, emergency equipment like fire extinguishers, and whether sick employees are pressured to work. They're also interviewing current staff about workplace illness policies.

Sorenson isn't alone. She says other Paparazzi employees have quit recently over bullying, safety issues, and health concerns. At least one other person has filed a separate OSHA complaint about alleged hazards at the company.

"I want them to be held accountable what they have done and do better," Sorenson said. She says Paparazzi has caused her "a lot of headache and hurt."

The complaints appear connected to toxic metals detected in Paparazzi's jewelry. What those metals were and in what concentrations remains unclear.

The current status of the regulatory investigations is unknown. Paparazzi has not responded publicly to the allegations or the complaints filed against it.

🤖 Quick Answer

What labor violations is Paparazzi Accessories under investigation for in Utah?
Paparazzi Accessories faces federal and state labor investigations following complaints from a former employee fired in January 2022. The allegations include wrongful termination and serious workplace safety violations. The Department of Labor found the complaint warranted and referred the case to Utah authorities for comprehensive investigation, with federal assistance offered.

What actions did the former Paparazzi employee take against the company?
Melissa Sorenson filed labor complaints with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration at both federal and Utah state levels, plus the Department of Labor. She also participated in litigation initiated by Paparazzi against her and other ex-consultants, submitting chat logs as evidence documenting her concerns regarding termination and workplace safety conditions.

What was the Department of Labor's response to the investigation?
Federal investigators determined Sorenson's complaint was warran

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