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Wage-theft claim: Daniel needs $2,600 before the deadline
Daniel needs $2,600 for filing fees and representation in a wage-theft claim before the August deadline.
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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 $2,600. 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 a local immigrant rights clinic 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 $2,600 goes:
• Attorney retainer: $1,950
• Filing and biometrics fees: $310
• Certified translations and document copies: $130
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $210
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
Updates from Daniel
Good news. Because of your gifts ($340 in total) the plan for filing and biometrics fees is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
Wanted to say thank you properly. 9% funded and I made the first payment toward court-appointed interpreter and travel.
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Wishing you the best, Daniel. Looking forward to the next update. Love from Gatineau.
Take care, Daniel. Your post was clear and honest. Thinking of San Diego
You're not alone. I hope things turn around soon. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Greetings from Kassel
sending love. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Thinking of San Diego.
Take care. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. Blessings!