Modern Slavery US court lets Indonesian fishers proceed with Bumble Bee Foods forced labour suit Federal judge rejects dismissal motion, allowing plaintiffs to proceed with action under the Trafficking Victims Protection Act iStock.com/RightOne Image John van der Luit-Drummond Editor-in-Chief Friday 14 November 2025 A federal court in Southern California has cleared the way for four Indonesian fishers to proceed with their lawsuit against Bumble Bee Foods, the US-based canned-tuna giant, for alleged forc Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Modern Slavery Pacific tuna workers at increased risk of human rights abuses Human Rights Marine insurers must be extra alert to modern slavery risks, report states Harassment Masculine maritime industry puts women seafarers at greater risk of harassment Modern Slavery Human trafficking: The hidden crime in plain sight