The appellate court affirmed the trial court's dismissal of plaintiff's administrative review complaint for lack of subject matter jurisdiction because plaintiff failed to file within the statutory 35-day deadline.
What This Ruling Means
# Twyman v. The Illinois Department of Employment Security
**What Happened**
Twyman worked for the Chicago Transit Authority and filed a complaint about wrongful termination with the Illinois Department of Employment Security. However, there was a problem with when the complaint was submitted.
**What the Court Decided**
An appeals court ruled against Twyman and upheld the dismissal of the case. The court found that Twyman missed a critical deadline—the law requires workers to file such complaints within 35 days. Because Twyman failed to meet this deadline, the court said it didn't have the authority to hear the case at all.
**Why This Matters for Workers**
This case is a reminder that timing is extremely important in employment disputes. If you believe you've been wrongfully terminated, you cannot simply file a complaint whenever you want. Missing the required deadline can result in your entire case being thrown out before it's ever heard on its merits. Workers who experience job termination should act quickly and seek assistance understanding filing deadlines in their specific situation. Waiting too long can cost you your right to pursue a claim.
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