The statute of limitations for filing all discrimination complaints in a New York court under the Human Rights Law remains three years.
A summons with notice or summons and complaint must be served within 120 days of filing with the County Clerk.
Avoid trying to interpret the employee's behavior. State the employee's specific behavior and actions, not your opinion or interpretation of it. In documentation, be sure to provide an accurate record of the conversation. Stick with the facts and write down just what you said and what the employee said.
You can protect our communities against hate by reporting a hate or bias incident. The New York State Division of Human Rights is dedicated to eliminating discrimination, remedying injustice, and promoting equal opportunity, access, and dignity.
FOR ACTS THAT OCCURRED ON OR AFTER 2/15/2024, you must file your complaint within three years of the most recent act of alleged discrimination. If you were terminated, you must file within three years of the date you were first informed you would be terminated.
There are several ways to file a complaint with NYS DHR: You can call 1-888-392-3644. You can visit a Division of Human Right office and file a complaint in person: .dhr.ny/contact-us.
Filing a Complaint Contact the Office of the Professions complaint hotline at 1-800-442-8106, one of our regional offices, or e-mail conduct@nysed . You will be asked to fill out our complaint form.
It should include: Personal Information: Full name, address, contact details, marital status, and spouse's details. Job Information: Title, department, supervisor, work location, start date, and salary. Emergency Contact Information: Name, address, and contact details of the emergency contact.
Focus on Behavior, Not the Person Describe specific behaviors or actions, not personal judgments. Clearly outline expectations for improvement. State consequences of not meeting expectations. Set clear, achievable benchmarks for the employee.