Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Employment discrimination claims under the Ohio Civil Rights Act must be filed as a civil action within 2 years. Claimants must first file a charge with the Ohio Civil Rights Commission. (Ohio Rev. Code § 4112.052)

Question 2

What is Ohio's law on ohio civil rights act?

Accepted Answer

Prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, military status, national origin, disability, age (40+), and ancestry. Applies to employers with 4 or more employees — broader than federal Title VII's 15-employee threshold. (Ohio Rev. Code § 4112.02)

Question 3

What is Ohio's law on whistleblower protection?

Accepted Answer

Protects employees who report violations that are criminal offenses likely to cause imminent risk of physical harm or hazards to public health and safety. Employee must first orally notify their supervisor, then file a written report. Must file within 180 days of the retaliatory action. (Ohio Rev. Code § 4113.52)

Question 4

What is Ohio's law on state minimum wage?

Accepted Answer

Ohio's minimum wage is $11.00/hour for non-tipped employees and $5.50/hour for tipped employees (2026 rates). Adjusted annually based on CPI. Applies to businesses with annual gross receipts over $405,000; smaller businesses must pay the federal minimum wage. (Ohio Const. art. II, § 34a)

Question 5

What is Ohio's law on at-will employment with public policy exception?

Accepted Answer

Ohio is an at-will employment state. However, Ohio courts recognize a public policy exception — employees may not be discharged for reasons that contravene clear public policy, such as filing a workers' comp claim, refusing to commit an illegal act, or exercising a statutory right. (Common law; Greeley v. Miami Valley Maintenance Contractors (1990))

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