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The court granted the defendant city's motion to strike plaintiffs' untimely filings challenging the bill of costs and denied plaintiffs' motion for leave to file out of time, finding their objections were procedurally untimely under applicable rules and their failure to comply was due to misunderstanding of the rules, not excusable neglect.
Fuller v. Salt Lake City: Plain English Summary
What Happened
Employees filed a lawsuit against Salt Lake City and later tried to challenge the city's bill of costs (the final expenses listed for the case). However, the employees submitted their objections after the deadline set by court rules.
What the Court Decided
The court ruled against the employees. The judge rejected their request for extra time to file their late objections and struck (removed) their filings from the record. The court found that the employees simply misunderstood the procedural rules—they didn't have a valid excuse for missing the deadline. The employees received no damages or financial compensation.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case highlights how important it is to meet court deadlines in employment lawsuits. Missing filing deadlines can seriously hurt your case, even if you have a legitimate dispute with your employer. Workers pursuing legal claims should work closely with an attorney to ensure all documents are filed on time. Simply not understanding the rules isn't considered a valid reason for delays in court proceedings.
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