Federal regulations and also individual state statutes restrict how many years someone can file a lawsuit following an offense.
Unlawful termination incidents generally have three kinds of claims, each having separate statute of limitations. Being aware of the time restrictions is significant, seeing that a lawsuit may be dismissed if begun later.
The Indiana statute (law) of limitations is Indiana Code § 34-11-2-1 et seq.
Statute of limitations by type of claim
Tort claims
Indiana state regulation determines the statute of limitations on submitting tort (personal injury) claims, for instance deliberate infliction of emotional distress, defamation or discharge in violation of public policy.
- Tort claims: 2 years
Contractual claims
In the state of Indiana, the statute of limitations on contractual cases is defined by the state government. The time limits for written vs oral contracts may differ.
- Oral contracts: 6 years
- Written contracts: 10 years
Discrimination claims
Federal legislation sets the statute of limitations on employment discrimination claims, like race, color, national origin, religion discrimination, gender discrimination, pregnancy or constructive discharge.
- 180 days to file with EEOC
- 300 days if Indiana law prohibits the discrimination as well
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