9th Circ. Says Farmworkers' Attys Deserve Higher Fee
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The 9th Circuit has ordered a higher attorney fee award for farmworkers who challenged the federal government's agricultural wage survey methodology. The lower court's explanation for slashing the award was deemed insufficient.
9th Circuit Orders Higher Attorney Fee Award
The 9th Circuit has ordered a higher attorney fee award for farmworkers who challenged the federal government's agricultural wage survey methodology. The lower court's explanation for slashing the award was deemed insufficient.
The appeals court ruled that the attorney fee award must be increased, as the lower court's decision was not sufficiently justified.
This case is significant for farmworkers and attorneys working in the areas of labor law and immigration law.
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Source: law360.com