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**Worker's Discrimination Case Dismissed Over Filing Fees** A worker named Cashaura Young filed a discrimination lawsuit against her employer but was unable to move forward with her case due to court filing fees. Young requested permission to proceed without paying the standard court fees, claiming financial hardship made it impossible for her to afford the costs of litigation. The federal court in Texas denied her request, ruling that her financial situation did not justify having taxpayers cover her legal expenses. The judge gave Young 60 days to pay the required filing fees, or her case would be automatically dismissed. Since no damages were reported and the case was ultimately dismissed, it appears Young was unable to pay the fees within the deadline. **What This Means for Workers:** This case highlights a significant barrier many workers face when trying to pursue workplace discrimination claims. Even when workers believe they have valid complaints, the cost of filing a lawsuit can prevent them from accessing the court system. Workers considering legal action should be aware that court fees are typically required upfront, and requests to waive these fees based on financial hardship are not automatically granted. Those facing discrimination may want to explore alternative options like filing complaints with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, which is free.