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**Court Awards $450,000 in Discrimination Case Against Fierce NYC** A group of workers filed a discrimination lawsuit against their employer, Fierce NYC. The specific details of the discrimination they faced weren't provided in the court record, but the case involved workplace discrimination claims. The court ruled in favor of the workers through what's called a "default judgment." This happens when the employer fails to properly respond to or defend against the lawsuit in court. Because Fierce NYC didn't adequately participate in the legal proceedings, the judge automatically sided with the workers. The court ordered $450,000 in damages - money meant both to compensate the workers for their losses and to punish the company for its conduct. The court also asked the workers' lawyers to provide additional information about interest calculations on the money owed, giving them a chance to potentially increase the final amount. **What this means for workers:** This case shows that employers who ignore discrimination lawsuits face serious financial consequences. Even when companies don't defend themselves in court, workers can still win substantial awards. It demonstrates that the legal system provides real remedies for workplace discrimination, including both compensation for harm suffered and punishment for wrongdoing.