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Wage-theft claim: Gustavo needs $1,100 before the deadline
A wage-theft claim deadline is approaching and Gustavo can't afford the lawyer.
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I'm facing a wage-theft claim. My hearing is scheduled for November, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $1,100. 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 Coyoacán 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 $1,100 goes:
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $60
• Attorney retainer: $840
• Filing and biometrics fees: $200
I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
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hope it all works out, Gustavo. Your post was clear and honest. Don't give up. Blessings.
Best of luck, Gustavo. Shared it with a few friends. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Blessings.
Praying for you, Gustavo. Looking forward to the next update. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Blessings.
Thinking of you and your family, Gustavo. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Love from Timișoara!