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Justice shouldn't depend on a bank balance: Simone's wage-theft claim
A wage-theft claim deadline is approaching and Simone can't afford the lawyer.
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I'm facing a wage-theft claim. My hearing is scheduled for August, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $1,950. 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 Bologna Welcome 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.
The money goes to the immigration attorney's trust account and the court filing office. I'll upload receipts with sensitive details removed.
Where the $1,950 goes:
• Attorney retainer: $1,400
• Filing and biometrics fees: $430
• Certified translations and document copies: $90
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $30
Thank you so much.
- Simone
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So sorry you're going through this, Simone. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My husband and I read this together.
Take care, Simone. Looking forward to the next update. Thinking of Bologna.
Thinking of you, Simone. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier
Thinking of you and your family, Simone. Hope you get there. Blessings.