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2021 Tennessee Code
Title 50 - Employer and Employee
Chapter 10 - Tennessee Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
§ 50-10-104. Enforcement — Rules — Civil Action
Universal Citation: TN Code § 50-10-104 (2021)
- The commissioner shall enforce this chapter and may promulgate rules necessary to effectuate this chapter in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5.
- Any person adversely affected by an act in violation of this chapter may bring a civil action in the chancery court or circuit court in the jurisdiction where the alleged violation occurred. In the action, a court may issue back pay, compensatory damages, prejudgment interest, reasonable attorney's fees, and any legal or equitable relief that will effectuate the purpose of this chapter.
- A civil action under this chapter must be commenced no later than one (1) year from the date of termination of employment or the date of the adverse employment action. An employee is not required to pursue an action in chancery or circuit court, and may bring an action in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5.
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