Statute of limitations regulations set the highest possible time period some body has to initiate legal proceedings counting from the day of a claimed offense. These sort of laws are brought by local bodies as well as the federal government.
Unlawful termination cases generally have 3 different kinds of claims, each one falling under different statute of limitations. Being conscious of these time restrictions is crucial, given that litigation can be denied if initiated afterwards.
The Illinois statute (law) of limitations on workplace claims is the 735 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/13-201 et seq.
Statute of limitations by type of claim
Tort claims
Illinois state law sets the statute of limitations on submitting tort (personal injury) claims, including intentional infliction of emotional distress, termination in violation of public policy or defamation.
- Tort claims: 2 years
Discrimination claims
National law sets the statute of limitations on work discrimination cases, like sexual orientation discrimination, disability or workplace retaliation.
- 180 days to file with EEOC
- 300 days if Illinois law prohibits the discrimination as well
Contractual claims
In Illinois, the statute of limitations on contractual claims is defined by the state. The time limits for written contracts & oral contracts may diverge.
- Oral contracts: 5 years
- Written contracts: 10 years
Were you wrongfully dismissed?
Our site offers resources to help you to resolve the issue.
To see if you have a claim, check out the most common wrongful discharge causes >>
Precisely what amounts do wrongful termination court cases settle for? Check out wrongful firing cases along with settlements from Illinois >>
