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Plaintiff's discrimination complaint was dismissed with prejudice for failure to timely file suit within 90 days of receiving the right-to-sue letter from the EEOC, with the lawsuit filed over two years late.
Pagan Hernandez v. Milwaukee Composites Inc
What Happened
Pagan Hernandez filed a discrimination complaint against Milwaukee Composites Inc. After investigating, the EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) gave Hernandez a "right-to-sue" letter, which allows workers to take their case to court. However, Hernandez waited over two years before filing the lawsuit—far longer than allowed.
What the Court Decided
The federal court dismissed the case completely. Because Hernandez missed the 90-day deadline to file suit after receiving the right-to-sue letter, the judge threw out the discrimination claim. The case was dismissed "with prejudice," meaning it cannot be refiled.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case shows that timing is critical in discrimination claims. Workers who receive a right-to-sue letter from the EEOC must act quickly—they typically have only 90 days to file in court. Missing this deadline means losing the right to pursue the case entirely, even if the original discrimination complaint had merit. Workers facing workplace discrimination should consult with an attorney immediately after receiving their right-to-sue letter to protect their legal rights.
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