Reginald Petteway v. Membersource Credit Union

**Petteway v. Membersource Credit Union: Appeal Dismissed Over Filing Fee** Reginald Petteway, a worker, had some kind of employment dispute with his employer, Membersource Credit Union, and filed a lawsuit in a lower court. When that case didn't go his way, Petteway decided to appeal the decision to a higher court. However, the appeals court dismissed Petteway's case entirely - not because of the merits of his employment claim, but because he failed to pay the required court filing fee. The court had notified Petteway that he needed to pay this fee to proceed with his appeal. When he didn't pay on time, the court gave him an extension. But even after getting extra time, Petteway still didn't pay the fee by the new deadline. **What this means for workers:** This case highlights an important practical barrier in the legal system. Even if you have a valid employment claim, you must follow all court procedures and deadlines, including paying required fees. If you can't afford court fees, you may be able to request a fee waiver from the court. Workers considering legal action should understand that pursuing a case requires meeting strict procedural requirements, not just having a good claim.