Reply #8: You should be able to file for a waiver of the filing fee [View All]

[KaraokeKarlton]

I am pretty sure that every state will waive the filing fee for those who can't afford to pay it. I had to use the waiver when I filed for divorce because I had no money. Call the court clerk and ask if they have this kind of waiver and then go file the paperwork. You can represent yourself in court easy enough. You have your relative as a witness that you were there and worked, so you should be able to win no problem. You can probably also get damages for any phone calls, travelling expenses and what not that you've incurred trying to get what is rightfully yours. Hope this info helps.