Then why are they still starters?

Have you tried explaining to your boss the issues that pants bring you? You could word it in a way that allows you to bring up the American Disabilities Act (or whatever your country’s corresponding law is, should one exist). If they still say no, ask for it in writing and tell them you’ll have a lawyer look it over

Just a word of warning. I’m like 90% sure that frog mage person uses AI for most their stuff