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Plaintiff's employment discrimination complaint was dismissed with prejudice for failure to file within the 90-day limitations period after receiving the EEOC right-to-sue letter. The court found plaintiff was not entitled to equitable tolling.
Kramlich v. Yellowstone County Elementary School District 2
What Happened
A former employee of Yellowstone County Elementary School District 2 filed a discrimination complaint against their employer. The case centered on alleged unfair treatment based on a protected characteristic. However, before the case could proceed to trial, a procedural issue became the focus of the court's decision.
The Court's Decision
The court dismissed the case entirely. The judge ruled that the employee filed their lawsuit too late—more than 90 days after receiving official notice from the EEOC (the federal agency that handles discrimination complaints) that they had the right to sue. The court rejected the employee's request for an exception to this deadline rule.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case serves as an important reminder that employment discrimination claims have strict time limits. Workers who believe they've experienced discrimination must file their lawsuit within 90 days of receiving their right-to-sue letter from the EEOC. Missing this deadline can result in losing your case entirely, regardless of the strength of your discrimination claim. It's crucial to act quickly and consult with an attorney immediately upon receiving EEOC documentation.
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