What is the time limit for filing a charge of discrimination with the EEOC?

The correct answer is C. 180 days. Under federal law, an employee has 180 days from the date of the alleged discriminatory act to file a charge with the EEOC. This deadline extends to 300 days if a state or local Fair Employment Practices Agency (FEPA) also has jurisdiction over the claim - a key distinction in st

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A90 days
B60 days
C180 days
D30 days

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Under federal law, an employee has 180 days from the date of the alleged discriminatory act to file a charge with the EEOC. This deadline extends to 300 days if a state or local Fair Employment Practices Agency (FEPA) also has jurisdiction over the claim - a key distinction in states with their own anti-discrimination laws. The baseline federal deadline, however, is 180 days. Missing this deadline generally bars the individual from pursuing a federal discrimination claim, making it a critical compliance date for HR professionals to communicate to employees.

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