Question 1

What is the statute of limitations for employment law in Georgia?

Accepted Answer

Federal discrimination charges must be filed with the EEOC within 180 days (300 days for state government employees). State Fair Employment Practices Act complaints must be filed within 180 days. The Georgia Equal Pay Act has a 2-year limitation. (O.C.G.A. § 45-19-36)

Question 2

What is Georgia's law on at-will employment?

Accepted Answer

Either the employer or employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason not prohibited by law, or for no reason at all. (O.C.G.A. § 34-7-1)

Question 3

What is Georgia's law on georgia fair employment practices act (state government only)?

Accepted Answer

Prohibits employment discrimination by state agencies (15+ employees) based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, or age. Does not cover private-sector employers and does not provide a private right of action. (O.C.G.A. § 45-19-20 et seq.)

Question 4

What is Georgia's law on equal pay for equal work act?

Accepted Answer

Prohibits sex-based pay discrimination. Applies to all public employers and private employers with 10 or more employees. (O.C.G.A. § 34-5-1 et seq.)

Question 5

What is Georgia's law on whistleblower act (public employees)?

Accepted Answer

Protects public employees from retaliation for reporting employer violations of law. Private-sector employees must rely on federal whistleblower protections. (O.C.G.A. § 45-1-4)

Question 6

What is Georgia's law on wage payment requirements?

Accepted Answer

Employers must pay wages at least semi-monthly by lawful money, check, or credit transfer. (O.C.G.A. § 34-7-2)

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