What is the statute of limitationsforwrong termination or discrimination?
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What is the statute of limitationsforwrong termination or discrimination?
My termination letter says that I was terminated because of my disability (which by the way I got by being attacked and stabbed at work).
Asked on October 1, 2010 under Employment Labor Law, New York
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
Wrongful termination can fall under both federal and state statue of limitations. Here it can be as little as 180 days and as long as 3 years. So I would seek consultation from an attorney as soon as you can on the subject. Bring with you the letter of termination, the determination of the disability (if from worker's comp, a private doctor, whomever), and any incident reports you may have on the stabbing. The way you have phrased the question makes it sound as if you have a good case for something against someone here - employer or whomever stabbed you or whomever - and you do not want to blow it. So get help now. Good luck.
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