Are There Time Limits to Filing a Workplace Discrimination Claim in Montana?
The Montana Department of Labor and Industry requires you to file your workplace discrimination within 180 days of the alleged discrimination or harassment. If you fail to meet this deadline, you won’t be allowed to file a civil complaint.
Send your complaints to:
Montana Department of Labor and Industry
1315 Lockey Ave.,
Helena, MT 59601
Important Laws for Montana Employers
Any employer who hires one or more employees is subject to the Montana Civil Rights Act.
Questions on employment applications can only ask about an individual’s skills, work experience, education, and other questions related to an applicant’s ability to perform a job.
Employers cannot ask an applicant their age, race, sexual orientation, religion, or political views.
Employers can avoid discrimination and harassment claims by developing a comprehensive training program.
Employers must apply the rules to all employees equally to avoid discrimination claims.
Employers who develop comprehensive training and have clear discrimination and harassment reporting policies can avoid the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and Montana
Montana’s Good Cause Rule applies in cases when an employee believes they were wrongfully terminated “without good cause.” The rule is outlined in the Montana Wrongful Discharge from Employment Act of 1987 (WDEA) and states that employees who believe they were fired without sufficient grounds have the right to challenge their former employer in court or through arbitration. Additionally, the law limits the amount a person can recover to four years of wages and benefits.
Contact an Employment and Labor Lawyer in Montana
Discrimination and harassment cases have a high bar of proof and should be handled by an employment and labor attorney in Montana.
USAttorneys.com can connect you with a lawyer to help with your discrimination claim and other labor issues including:
- Wage discrimination
- Paid leave
- Overtime pay discrepancies
- Demotion without reason
We have employment and labor attorneys throughout the state of Montana ready to assist with a range of workplace complaints. You can set up a free consultation and learn what you need to do next. Call and arrange a case evaluation and get your claim underway. The sooner you act, the sooner you can hold your employer accountable and put the issue behind you.
If you or someone you know needs a Montana employment law lawyer call 1-800-672-3103 or visit USAttorneys.com to speak to a Montana employment attorney today.
