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Court denied plaintiffs' motion to file a third amended complaint seeking to add § 1981 claims, finding the motion was untimely filed eight-and-a-half months after the scheduling order deadline and plaintiffs failed to demonstrate good cause for the delay.
Norfolk v. The Geo Group, Inc.
What Happened
A group of workers sued The Geo Group, Inc., claiming they faced discrimination, retaliation, and a hostile work environment. During the case, the workers' lawyers wanted to add new legal claims based on a federal law protecting against racial discrimination in contracts and employment.
What the Court Decided
The court rejected this request. The workers' lawyers filed their request eight-and-a-half months after the court's deadline for submitting such changes. The judge found no acceptable reason for the significant delay and would not allow them to add the new claims.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case shows how important timing is in employment lawsuits. Courts have strict deadlines for modifying cases, and missing them can hurt a worker's ability to pursue claims—even valid ones. Workers should ensure their lawyers file documents promptly and understand court schedules. Missing procedural deadlines can sometimes be more damaging than the underlying dispute itself.
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