Workplace discrimination (US, EEOC): deadlines & limitation periods
Discrimination on protected grounds is prohibited; an EEOC charge has a limited deadline.
Discrimination on protected grounds is prohibited; an EEOC charge has a limited deadline.
The key deadlines you must not miss and when the clock starts.
Often 180 or 300 days to file a charge (42 U.S.C. § 2000e-5).
Don't wait until the last day: preparing documents takes time, and a missed deadline is often irreversible.
Applicable norms with links to the primary source are below. This is information, not legal advice: for serious matters, consult a lawyer.
- 42 U.S.C. § 2000e (Title VII)
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