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The court granted defendant's motion for discovery extension in part (60 days), but rejected defendant's request for attorneys' fees. The court also imposed protective measures limiting supervisor attendance at depositions and ordered defendant to comply with discovery stipulations and produce documents timely.
Kostov v. Maricopa County Special Health Care District
What Happened
An employee named Kostov filed a wage theft complaint against Maricopa County Special Health Care District, claiming the employer failed to pay wages owed.
What the Court Decided
The court issued a mixed ruling. The judge gave the employer an extra 60 days to prepare its defense and provide requested documents. However, the court rejected the employer's request for attorneys' fees. The judge also set limits on which supervisors could attend witness interviews and required the employer to follow discovery rules and hand over documents on time.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case shows that courts can enforce workplace accountability. Even though the ruling was partial, the judge protected the employee's ability to gather evidence by limiting employer interference and requiring timely document production. The rejection of the employer's fee request suggests the court didn't view the extension request as frivolous. Workers should know that courts can impose fair rules to prevent employers from using delay tactics or intimidation during wage theft cases.
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