Comment by jakewalker
10 years ago
I have had the great pleasure of helping represent a group of these workers (not the folks who just recently went to trial, but another related case in the Eastern District of Louisiana). One of the most gratifying experiences I've had as an attorney. Really glad to see this story getting attention here.
If you are interested in the topic, I'd highly recommend taking a look at some of the SPLC's work on the issues surrounding the H2B program generally: http://www.splcenter.org/get-informed/publications/close-to-...
One of the greatest things I have come to appreciate in the US is that for all its warts, it has great institutions to provide relief against injustice to those who will otherwise be marginalized or helpless.
I have been a supporter of the ACLU and now that I am aware of the work that the SPLC does, I am a supporter.
I love to see the 'corrective' nature of the general elections and also understand that sometimes the outcome is not the desirable ones.
Whenever I see people thumping the Constitution or the Bible to support their twisted heartless positions, I am also in awe of the Founding Fathers of this country, who were able to craft a document, that actually protects the people from their basest instincts and the institutions necessary for affording those protections.
Thank you Mr. Walker for being a part of that corrective process.
Indeed, and thankfully, this unlike the Arab countries in Middle east, where it's more-or-less routine.
I think it is made worse by the fact that no one gives a shit for the people who don't speak English in India.
Good for you. That's excellent. Hope you not only had a great result but get handsomely compensated (materially and otherwise) for your efforts.
Thanks. We represent the plaintiffs on a pro bono basis. Actually, almost a dozen law firms are donating their time to these cases (after class certification was denied, the workers were required to bring their lawsuits individually). It is tremendously rewarding work, and for me a great opportunity to take on responsibility I might not otherwise get at this stage of my career.