Involuntary Accounts: Accusation Against Walmart and Partner Causes a Stir

Walmart and a partner from the financial technology sector are currently under scrutiny by U.S. consumer protection agencies. According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the two companies allegedly opened expensive bank accounts for delivery drivers without their consent. The agency accuses Walmart and Branch Messenger of requiring drivers to receive their payments through these costly accounts. Due to these practices, the consumer protection agency filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court in the state of Minnesota. These developments have caused a stir among affected workers as well as in the financial industry. In light of these allegations, it remains to be seen how the case will evolve and what consequences could arise for the companies involved.