Is there a statute of limitations for filing a sexual harassment claim?
Yes. If you wish to bring a claim under federal law (Title VII), you must file a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission (“EEOC”) within 300 days after the unlawful act. For state actions in Ohio, you have two options. You can file your complaint with the Ohio Civil Rights Commission (“OCRC”) within 180 days of the incident or you can file your matter in State Court with the help of a private attorney generally within one year and in some cases longer. You will need to speak with the attorney of your choice for the specific statute of limitations for your case. For various good reasons which your attorney can discus with you, it is important to take action soon after the incidents have occurred. If the employer does nothing or the harassment continues or you feel you have been retaliated against for reporting the harassment, you should immediately contact my office for a free consultation.
