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The court granted defendants' motions to dismiss plaintiff's Title VII and state law claims on statute of limitations grounds. Plaintiff failed to timely file a charge with the EEOC or its California equivalent within 300 days of termination (July 7, 2022), and did not plead facts supporting an exception to the statute of limitations.
Hernandez v. Golden Gate Regional Center - Ruling Summary
What Happened:
Hernandez filed a lawsuit against Golden Gate Regional Center claiming discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, and retaliation. The employer asked the court to dismiss the case before it went to trial.
What the Court Decided:
The court sided with the employer and dismissed the case. The judge found that Hernandez missed the deadline to file a formal complaint with the government agencies that handle these claims (the EEOC and California's equivalent). Hernandez was required to file within 300 days of being terminated on July 7, 2022, but did not do so. Hernandez also failed to provide any acceptable reason for the late filing. As a result, the case was thrown out before examining the actual discrimination and harassment claims.
Why This Matters for Workers:
This case highlights a critical deadline workers must meet. If you believe you've been discriminated against, harassed, or wrongfully fired, you must file a formal complaint with the EEOC (or your state's employment agency) within 300 days—roughly 10 months. Missing this deadline can eliminate your right to sue, regardless of how strong your case might be. Acting quickly is essential.
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