Caddell Construction Agrees to $35 Million Settlement Over Foreign Worker Exploitation in Milan
US construction company Caddell Construction has agreed to a $35 million settlement to compensate foreign workers allegedly exploited while building the new American consulate in Milan, Italy.
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, September 28, 2026 —
Caddell Construction, a United States-based construction firm, has reached an agreement to pay $35 million in a settlement. This settlement is intended to compensate foreign workers who were allegedly subjected to exploitation during the construction of the new American consulate located in Milan, Italy.
The allegations of worker exploitation surfaced during the project’s development. Details regarding the specific nature of the alleged exploitation or the timeline of events were not provided in the summary. The settlement amount of $35 million is designated for the affected foreign workers.
Caddell Construction is a company involved in various construction projects, and the construction of diplomatic facilities is part of its portfolio. The new American consulate in Milan is a significant project that has now become associated with this settlement. The contractor’s name, Caddell Construction, is central to this agreement. The specific sum agreed upon is $35 million.
Information about the legal proceedings, the specific entities involved in bringing the allegations, or the exact number of workers expected to receive compensation was not detailed. The settlement addresses claims related to the treatment of foreign laborers working on the consulate site.
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