Wrongful Termination in Arkansas
Arkansas is generally an at-will state, but some firings are illegal. Here are the exceptions, retaliation protections and where to file.
Short answer: The Arkansas Civil Rights Act covers employers with 9 or more employees in Arkansas. Claims are brought by lawsuit: within one year after the discrimination, or within 90 days after receiving a federal EEOC right-to-sue letter, whichever is later. Ark. Code § 16-123-102(7); Ark. Code § 16-123-107(c)
| Job discrimination complaints | The Arkansas Civil Rights Act covers employers with 9 or more employees in Arkansas. Claims are brought by lawsuit: within one year after the discrimination, or within 90 days after receiving a federal EEOC right-to-sue letter, whichever is later. Damage caps depend on employer size. Arkansas Code text read on a public code mirror (FindLaw), because the official Arkansas Code is published through LexisNexis. |
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Where to get help in Arkansas
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FAQ
Where do I file a job discrimination complaint in Arkansas?
The Arkansas Civil Rights Act covers employers with 9 or more employees in Arkansas. Claims are brought by lawsuit: within one year after the discrimination, or within 90 days after receiving a federal EEOC right-to-sue letter, whichever is later. Damage caps depend on employer size.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.