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Is there a time limit to file a sexual harassment claim in PA?

Asked about 3 years ago - Philadelphia, PA

I was sexually harassed by the General Manager of my restaurant for most of the time of my employment between April 2004 and November 2007. I was terminated from my position, and then the owner of the company investigated my fire, and decided to rehire me at a different restaurant in his company in July this year. I am currently still employed there, and no longer have contact with the harasser. In the state of PA, can I still do something about it? I heard that there are time limits, but I am just now feeling strong enough to say something.

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Harold Mark Goldner

Reputation Level 11

Answered about 3 years ago. Employment / Labor Attorney in Blue Bell, PA.

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An administrative charge of sexual harassment has to be filed with the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission or Equal Employment Opportunity Commission within 300 days of the last unlawful conduct. It might be argued that the unlawful conduct continued until your reinstatement in July of this year, meaning you would be within 300 days. On the other hand, November 2007 is clearly outside the 300 days. You should see an employment lawyer to at least assess the entire situation.

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