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Plaintiff's Title VII discrimination and retaliation claims were dismissed with prejudice against Crosby Corporation because the charge of discrimination was not timely filed with the EEOC. The plaintiff filed her EEOC charge on August 15, 2016, more than 11 months after her September 10, 2015 termination, which exceeded the 300-day filing deadline applicable in Maryland.
MacBagito v. Crosby Corporation Summary
What Happened
MacBagito sued her former employer, Crosby Corporation, claiming she faced discrimination, harassment, and was wrongfully fired. She also alleged wage theft and a hostile work environment.
What the Court Decided
The court dismissed the case entirely in favor of the company. The reason: MacBagito filed her discrimination complaint with the EEOC (the federal agency that handles these complaints) too late. She was terminated on September 10, 2015, but didn't file her complaint until August 15, 2016—nearly a year later. Maryland law requires workers to file within 300 days of termination. She missed this deadline by over 11 months, so the court threw out her case.
Why This Matters
This case shows how critical timing is in employment disputes. If you believe you've been discriminated against or wrongfully terminated, you must act quickly. Waiting too long can eliminate your legal options entirely, even if your claims have merit. Workers should file complaints with the EEOC within the required timeframe—typically within 180-300 days depending on your state—or risk losing their right to sue.
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