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Plaintiff's ADA employment discrimination complaint was dismissed for failure to timely file within the 90-day deadline following receipt of the EEOC right-to-sue notice. The court rejected plaintiff's attempt to amend the complaint through briefing regarding the actual receipt date.
Baker v. Regan: Case Summary
What Happened
Baker filed a disability discrimination complaint against employer Michael S. Regan under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Baker claimed unfair treatment based on a disability. However, there was a timing problem with the case.
What the Court Decided
The court dismissed the case entirely. Baker was required to file the lawsuit within 90 days after receiving a "right-to-sue" notice from the EEOC (the federal agency that handles discrimination complaints). Baker missed this deadline. The court refused to allow Baker to fix this problem by arguing about when the notice was actually received.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case highlights an important rule: strict deadlines apply to discrimination lawsuits. Even if a worker has a valid discrimination claim, missing the 90-day filing deadline can result in losing the entire case. Workers who believe they've faced discrimination should act quickly after receiving their right-to-sue notice and consult with an attorney promptly. Waiting too long—even by a few days—can eliminate your right to pursue legal action, regardless of the strength of your complaint.
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