QUESTION
If my medical situation was disclosed by my employer to colleagues, what are the statue of limitations to seek legal action. This is in NC.
Asked on Feb 24th, 2017 on Labor and Employment - North Carolina
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Yes. You would have to file a claim with the EEOC under the Americans With Disabilities Act within 180 days of the date of the disclosure. The ADA prohibits disclsoure of medical information by an employer in most situations.
Answered on Feb 25th, 2017 at 5:17 AM
I am an experienced attorney focusing on employment law in North Carolina and Tennessee. This post/response is not meant to constitute legal advice.