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A stark example of exploitation can be found in tax preparation services that target low-income earners, especially around Earned Income Tax Credits (EITC). Companies like Liberty Tax have faced lawsuits for deceiving clients by skimming off portions of their tax refunds without their knowledge. The convoluted U.S. tax code has led many eligible individuals to rely on such services, perpetuating a cycle where corporations profit from those least able to afford it.