Amar Bhakta, an Apple employee, has filed a lawsuit in California, accusing the company of labor violations, including suppressing employee speech, invading privacy, and controlling workers through restrictive policies.
Bhakta alleges that Apple limits employees from discussing their work experiences, both publicly and privately, and discourages them from sharing skills or knowledge gained at the company with future employers.
The lawsuit also claims Apple enforces intrusive monitoring, requiring employees to use company-approved tools and services, often tied to personal accounts. Bhakta states that Apple’s practices blur the line between work and personal life, describing the company’s ecosystem as overly controlling.
Hired in 2020 as a Digital Ad Tech Manager, Bhakta challenges Apple’s policies as unlawful under California labor laws. He seeks damages and policy changes to protect employees from what he describes as overreach and silencing tactics, raising broader concerns about workplace rights and privacy.
