<div><strong>Stephen — a devoted dad of 4 — faces trial in October after toxic workplace exposure left him sick and fighting a lawsuit. $24,248.92 for expert and trial costs is due now — another $100,000+ needed to give him his day in court.</strong>

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<div><strong>What is wrong:</strong> Stephen’s exposure caused lasting damage to his brain and nervous system.

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<div><strong>Impact:</strong> Over <strong>$200,000</strong> is gone, and <strong>without justice</strong>, the treatments still ahead would financially crush them.

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<div>I’m <strong>Laura Belle Isle</strong>, and this is one of the hardest letters I’ve ever written.

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<div>For <strong>18 months</strong>, Stephen has carried a burden that would crush most people. He’s a devoted husband and dad to four young children, doing everything he can to keep going for his family while facing the medical and legal fallout from what happened.

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<div>When Stephen’s health declined, <strong>independent medical and environmental experts</strong> identified <strong>neurotoxin exposure</strong> consistent with his symptoms in his work environment. He did the responsible thing—he left to safeguard his health and his family. In response, the <strong>landlord filed suit</strong>, and has taken a scorched earth approach.

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<div>Stephen has already shouldered <strong>over $100,000 in legal costs</strong>, on top of <strong>six‑figure medical expenses</strong>. <em>This is not a question of whether he has a </em><strong><em>valid case</em></strong><em>—it’s simply a matter of having the </em><strong><em>resources to complete</em></strong><em> what’s already in motion.</em> With <strong>trial in October</strong>, the weight of it has grown beyond what our family can carry alone.

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<div><strong>Immediate Need: $24,248.92 is Due Now</strong>

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<div>The expert testimony is ready, and your gift covers critical trial‑preparation costs, including:

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<div><strong>●	Expert witness preparation and required trial appearances</strong>

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<div><strong>●	Creation of trial exhibits and ordering of certified transcripts</strong>

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<div><strong>●	Final court filings, motions, and mandatory court costs</strong>

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<div>We will <strong>post updates</strong> so you can see exactly how your gift is used.

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<div><strong>A Quick Note from Stephen</strong>

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<div><em>“Asking for help like this isn’t in my nature. For 18 months, I’ve tried to carry this quietly for the sake of my family. The encouragement we’ve already received has kept me going. Honestly, just knowing people are in our corner makes all the difference. Thank you for taking the time to read our story.”</em>

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<div><strong>How You Can Help Today</strong>

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<div>1.	<strong>Donate</strong> any amount. <strong>$20, $50, $100, $250, $1,000</strong> — every gift moves us closer to covering what’s due.

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<div>2.	<strong>Share</strong> this page with 2–3 people who might want to help if they knew the story.

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<div>3.	<strong>Encourage &amp; pray</strong> for Stephen and his family—your messages truly keep them going.

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<div>Even <strong>$5</strong> helps—early momentum helps the campaign reach more people and inspires others to give.

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<div><strong>Transparency &amp; Stewardship</strong>

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<div>If you’re able to help, <strong>now is the moment that would make the difference.</strong>

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<div>From the bottom of my heart, <strong>thank you</strong> for helping us carry this.

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<div>With love and humility, <strong>Laura Belle Isle</strong>

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<div>on behalf of my son, <strong>Stephen Belle Isle</strong>

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