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In california, for workplace discrimination and constructive dismissal, file a complaint with the california civil rights department (crd) before suing. This process can take months. Filing with the crd tolls the statute of limitations. Consult a lawyer before filing to ensure proper guidance. The statute of limitations is typically 1 year from the discriminatory act. Prepare documents and outline key facts before contacting a lawyer.Full Conversation
What kind of timeline is there from start to finish with calling a lawyer and filing a suit, plus time it takes to get through the entire case?
The timeline for a legal case can vary widely based on several factors:
- Initial Consultation: Usually within a few days to a week.
- Filing a Lawsuit: Can take several weeks.
- Pre-trial: Several months, including discovery and motions.
- Trial: Duration varies; can be days to weeks.
- Post-Trial: Appeals can extend the timeline further.
Complex cases may take years, while simpler ones might resolve in months.
- Initial Consultation: Usually within a few days to a week.
- Filing a Lawsuit: Can take several weeks.
- Pre-trial: Several months, including discovery and motions.
- Trial: Duration varies; can be days to weeks.
- Post-Trial: Appeals can extend the timeline further.
Complex cases may take years, while simpler ones might resolve in months.
This would be for a workplace discrimination and constructive dismissal issue, do I have to file a California Civil rights Department complaint first or is that optional?
In California, for workplace discrimination and constructive dismissal cases, it's generally required to file a complaint with the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) before pursuing a lawsuit. This is a necessary step to obtain a "Right to Sue" notice.
How long would that process take before contacting a lawyer?
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In California, filing a complaint with the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) typically takes about a few months. This includes their investigation and issuing a "Right to Sue" notice, which is necessary before proceeding with a lawsuit. If you have more details about your case, it might be beneficial to share them.
In California, filing a complaint with the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) typically takes about a few months. This includes their investigation and issuing a "Right to Sue" notice, which is necessary before proceeding with a lawsuit. If you have more details about your case, it might be beneficial to share them.
If I filed a CRD complaint and the statute of limitations time limit is approaching, does filing that complaint be considered within the timeline if it proceeded to needing a lawyer with right to sue later on?
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Filing a complaint with the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) typically tolls, or pauses, the statute of limitations for your claim. This means that the time limit is suspended while the CRD processes your complaint and investigates. Once you receive the "Right to Sue" notice, you can then proceed with filing a lawsuit.
Filing a complaint with the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) typically tolls, or pauses, the statute of limitations for your claim. This means that the time limit is suspended while the CRD processes your complaint and investigates. Once you receive the "Right to Sue" notice, you can then proceed with filing a lawsuit.
Would it be best to contact a lawyer before filing that complaint, to get help with filing it?
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It's generally a good idea to consult a lawyer before filing a complaint with the California Civil Rights Department (CRD). A lawyer can help you prepare your complaint effectively and advise you on the best course of action. Do you want to know more about finding a lawyer?
It's generally a good idea to consult a lawyer before filing a complaint with the California Civil Rights Department (CRD). A lawyer can help you prepare your complaint effectively and advise you on the best course of action. Do you want to know more about finding a lawyer?
what is the statute of limitations time limit for a constructive dismissal issue in California?
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In California, the statute of limitations for constructive dismissal claims typically falls under employment discrimination laws. Generally, you have 1 year from the date of the alleged discriminatory act to file a complaint with the California Civil Rights Department (CRD). After obtaining a "Right to Sue" notice, you can proceed with a lawsuit.
In California, the statute of limitations for constructive dismissal claims typically falls under employment discrimination laws. Generally, you have 1 year from the date of the alleged discriminatory act to file a complaint with the California Civil Rights Department (CRD). After obtaining a "Right to Sue" notice, you can proceed with a lawsuit.
What helpful advice would you give for contacting a lawyer about this for the first time?
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When contacting a lawyer for the first time regarding workplace discrimination and constructive dismissal:
- Prepare all relevant documents including employment records and any communications related to the issue.
- Outline key facts and your desired outcome.
- Be ready to discuss the timeline, including any deadlines.
- Consider consulting a lawyer before filing a CRD complaint for guidance.
When contacting a lawyer for the first time regarding workplace discrimination and constructive dismissal:
- Prepare all relevant documents including employment records and any communications related to the issue.
- Outline key facts and your desired outcome.
- Be ready to discuss the timeline, including any deadlines.
- Consider consulting a lawyer before filing a CRD complaint for guidance.