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The court denied AT&T's motion to dismiss based on the statute of limitations defense, ruling that the EEOC is not subject to a 90-day filing deadline under the ADEA, though courts retain discretion to consider prejudice from undue delay.
EEOC v. AT&T Co. Summary
What Happened
The EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission), a federal agency that enforces workplace discrimination laws, filed a discrimination lawsuit against AT&T. AT&T tried to stop the case by arguing that the EEOC waited too long to file—specifically, that it missed a 90-day deadline required under age discrimination laws.
What the Court Decided
The court ruled against AT&T's attempt to dismiss the case. The judge found that the EEOC is not bound by the same 90-day filing deadline that applies to regular workers. However, the court noted it still has the power to consider whether delays in filing caused unfair prejudice to AT&T.
Why This Matters for Workers
This ruling strengthens the EEOC's ability to investigate and pursue discrimination cases on behalf of workers. It means the agency has more flexibility in timing when it files lawsuits, even if considerable time has passed since the discrimination occurred. This can help workers whose discrimination claims might otherwise be dismissed simply because of timing—allowing their cases to be heard on the merits.
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