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**Court Dismisses County Employee's Lawsuit Due to Timing Rules** A former Passaic County employee sued their employer and a supervisor named Dasher, claiming they were retaliated against, denied fair treatment, and suffered emotional distress due to negligent actions at work. The employee argued their rights were violated and that they deserved compensation for the harm they experienced. The court threw out the entire lawsuit against supervisor Dasher, ruling that the employee waited too long to file their claims. Under New Jersey law, workers must file personal injury lawsuits within two years of when the harmful events occurred. Since the employee missed this deadline, the court said the case could not move forward, regardless of whether the claims had merit. The lawsuit against Passaic County became irrelevant since the main case was dismissed. **What This Means for Workers:** This case highlights a critical timing rule that all employees should know. If you believe you've been wronged at work, don't wait to seek legal help. Each state has strict deadlines for filing different types of workplace lawsuits. Missing these deadlines can mean losing your right to pursue a case entirely, even if you have strong evidence of wrongdoing. Act quickly and consult with an employment attorney to understand your rights and deadlines.