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Justice shouldn't depend on a bank balance: Kinsley's wage-theft claim
A wage-theft claim deadline is approaching and Kinsley can't afford the lawyer.
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I'm facing a wage-theft claim. My hearing is scheduled for September, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $2,000. I have been told by three legal-aid offices that their waiting list is longer than my deadline.
I have all of my paperwork ready, and my caseworker at the Hialeah Community Legal Centre has confirmed that my case is valid.
If I miss the deadline I could lose my right to stay with my family and my job. My children were born here and this is the only home they know.
I'll share any non-sensitive updates as the case moves along.
Funds cover only the filing fees, translations and attorney retainer.
Where the $2,000 goes:
• Attorney retainer: $1,450
• Filing and biometrics fees: $280
• Certified translations and document copies: $190
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $80
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
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Stay strong. Your post was clear and honest. My sister had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Love from Cardiff.
Wishing you peace. Shared it with a few friends. I have a 12 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Take care.
Rooting for you, Kinsley. Hope you get there. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry
hang in there, Kinsley. Shared this with my family. Wish I lived closer to Busan so I could bring a meal
It takes guts to ask. Well done. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Love from Kediri