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The district court denied plaintiff's motion to reverse the Clerk's Order taxing costs against him in the amount of $15,386.15. The court upheld the cost award for deposition transcripts used in defendant's summary judgment motion and rejected plaintiff's arguments based on state law, bad faith, and inability to pay.
Walters v. Safelite Fulfillment, Inc. – Plain English Summary
What Happened
Walters filed a discrimination lawsuit against Safelite Fulfillment, Inc. After the company won the case on summary judgment (a ruling made before trial), the court ordered Walters to pay Safelite's legal costs totaling $15,386.15, primarily for deposition transcripts. Walters tried to reverse this cost order, arguing it was unfair under state law, pursued in bad faith, and that he couldn't afford to pay it.
What the Court Decided
The court rejected Walters' arguments and upheld the cost award. The judge determined the costs were properly assigned and declined to overturn them based on inability to pay or other objections Walters raised.
Why This Matters for Workers
This ruling shows that when workers lose discrimination cases, they may be required to pay the employer's legal expenses. Even workers with limited finances may still owe these costs. The decision reinforces that losing parties often face financial consequences beyond just losing the case itself.
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