What is the time limit for someone to file a sexual harrassment law suit in Florida?
Full Question:
What is the time limit for someone to file a sexual harrassment law suit in Florida?
05/19/2007 |
Category: Civil Actions |
State: Florida |
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Answer:
If you are referring to an employment-related lawsuit for sex discrimination that violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, you must file a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission within 180 days from the date of the alleged violation, in order to protect the charging party's rights. Title VII applies to employers with 15 or more employees, including state and local governments. It also applies to employment agencies and to labor organizations, as well as to the federal government. The 180-day filing deadline is extended to 300 days if the charge also is covered by a state or local anti-discrimination law.
If you are referring to a non-employment-related lawsuit involving sexual harassment, the following Florida statutes apply:
Title VIII, Chapter 95, 95.11(3) Limitations other than for the recovery of real property. —
Actions other than for recovery of real property shall be commenced as
follows:
(3) WITHIN FOUR YEARS. —
(o) An action for assault, battery, false arrest, malicious prosecution,
malicious interference, false imprisonment, or any other intentional tort,
except as provided in subsections (4), (5), and (7).
(p) Any action not specifically provided for in these statutes.
