SloveniaThe article discusses a labor dispute involving former owner of construction company Progros, Boris Mijič, and his family members. Workers from the now-defunct company are seeking unpaid wages, retroactive payments, and other benefits totaling over 41,000 euros. The union representative, Goran Lukić, criticizes Mijič’s actions, calling him part of a systemic issue where owners evade responsibility by transferring companies to others in different countries. Lukić highlights the broader problem of worker exploitation through complex corporate structures and absentee ownership. He notes that while workers can theoretically pursue legal action, the lack of a functioning company makes enforcement difficult. The situation has been ongoing for over a decade, with similar cases reported previously. The transfer of Progros to Rok Snežič was seen as a maneuver, with some critics rebranding the company as a 'camel farm' in protest.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the issue as a systemic failure of capitalism and corporate governance, criticizing the behavior of absentee owners and highlighting the vulnerability of workers. It uses strong language against the current system and implies a need for stronger legal protections, which aligns ide
