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**What Happened** A worker sued KLM Airlines under Michigan's Consumer Protection Act, which is a state law that protects consumers from unfair business practices. The specific details of the worker's complaint aren't provided, but it involved issues related to airline rates and services. **What the Court Decided** The court dismissed the worker's case entirely. The judge ruled that the Michigan Consumer Protection Act doesn't apply to airlines because federal aviation law takes priority over state consumer protection laws. Specifically, the court found that the federal Airline Deregulation Act prevents states from regulating airline rates and services, which meant the worker couldn't use Michigan's consumer protection law against KLM. **Why This Matters for Workers** This ruling highlights an important limitation for airline industry workers and passengers. When disputes involve airline rates, services, or pricing, federal aviation law typically overrides state consumer protection laws. This means workers in the airline industry may have fewer legal options under state laws when challenging their employers' practices. Workers should be aware that aviation-related employment disputes may need to be pursued under federal laws rather than state consumer protection statutes, potentially limiting their available legal remedies.