About John Devendorf, Esq.
John Devendorf is a graduate of UCLA and holds a J.D. from Seton Hall University School of Law, where he was a Distinguished Scholar, recipient of the ALI-ABA Scholarship and Leadership Award, and a participant in the Immigrant Workers’ Rights Clinic and special delegation to Haiti.
A licensed attorney for more than a decade, John transitioned to a career as a legal content writer and editor after an externship with the IRS, a judicial clerkship, and practicing at a civil litigation firm in Princeton, New Jersey. John now lives in Portland, Oregon, where he enjoys writing, international travel, and escape rooms.
Articles written by John Devendorf, Esq.
What Is the Statute of Limitations To Challenge Paternity?
Challenging paternity involves court proceedings to dispute or establish parental rights and obligations. Either parent or the child can file an action in family law court to establish or challenge paternity. However, most states have a time limit for bringing a paternity claim. For most states, you can challenge paternity until the child reaches age 18. The statute of limitations for challenging paternity varies by state and can depend on various factors. If you have questions about …
How Long Do I Have To File My Discrimination Claim?
Federal and state laws only give you a limited amount of time to file a discrimination claim against your employer. Filing your complaint past the deadline will means it will be dismissed. The deadline to file a discrimination claims depends on state law. It can range from 180 days to five years. Contact a local employment law attorney to find out how long you have to file your discrimination claim. Understanding Discrimination Claims It is illegal for employers to discriminate …
How Long Do I Have To Sue for a Civil Rights Violation?
You only have a viable claim to sue for a civil rights violation if you file the right type of claim within the proper filing timeframe. Some constitutional violation claims require an administrative filing or waiting until you get a right-to-sue letter for federal court. State laws may require a notice of claim for government defendants before the lawsuit deadline, and the legal clock begins to run from the incident date. Civil rights claim types include Section 1983 for police misconduct or …
What Is the Statute of Limitations for Wrongful Termination?
Wrongful termination means being fired for an illegal reason, such as discrimination, retaliation, or a violation of an employment contract. If your employer wrongfully terminated you, you can sue to protect your rights. However, statutes of limitations limit how long you have to file a wrongful termination claim. Filing too late bars your recovery. Statutes of limitations for wrongful termination vary depending on whether the claim is based on federal or state law, and the type of claim. For …
How Long Do I Have To File My Breach of Contract Lawsuit?
If someone breaks a contract with you, it can cost you time, money, and opportunities. And you may have a legal cause of action to recover compensation. However, there is a time limit, known as the statute of limitations, to file a breach of contract claim. Statutes of limitations vary by state. The time limit can be longer or shorter, depending on your situation. Contact a local contract lawyer for legal advice about how long you have to file a breach of contract case. Understanding Breach of …
What Is the Statute of Limitations for Property Damage?
The statute of limitations for property damage is the filing deadline for a lawsuit to recover compensation in a tort lawsuit or insurance claim. A defendant is liable for real or personal property damage caused by negligence or intentional harm. The legal time limit is typically one to five years, depending on the jurisdiction and nature of the real property damage. The lawsuit window runs from the date of the incident, but can be longer under the discovery rule. Compensation can include …
How Long Do I Have To Sue For an Injury Caused by My Defective Product?
When you buy a product from a store or online, you don't expect it to have defects that injure you. But unfortunately, thousands of people suffer injuries every year because of defective products. A product liability claim allows you to recover compensation for injuries caused by defective products. However, there is a strict time limit to file a personal injury claim. If you file your defective product claim too late, the court can dismiss your case, and you'll get nothing. Contact a local …
How Long Do I Have To Sue For My Slip-and-Fall Accident?
If you suffer injuries from a slip and fall, you can file a lawsuit against the party responsible for the accident. However, there are limits on how long you have to file a lawsuit after a slip and fall accident. If you file your slip and fall case too late, you may lose out on your right to compensation. Time limits, set by statutes of limitations, vary by state. There are limited exceptions that give you more or less time to file a lawsuit. Talk to a personal injury lawyer to make sure you …
How Do I Protect Myself Against National Origin Discrimination?
Protect yourself against national origin discrimination by documenting discrimination, filing an internal HR report, and filing an EEOC complaint to protect your right to sue. Employers are liable for Title VII violations for taking adverse employment action or workplace harassment against workers in a protected class. Workers experiencing workplace discrimination or a hostile work environment can file a lawsuit to recover back pay, lost wages, and compensation for emotional distress. Contact …
Do Anti-Discrimination Laws Apply Beyond Employment?
Anti-discrimination laws apply beyond employment under the Civil Rights Act, Fair Housing Act, federal regulations, and state protections. Protected classes have unequal treatment and disparate impact protections in public accommodations, housing discrimination, disability access, educational institutions, and consumer credit. People experiencing denial of service or discriminatory intent can file agency complaints to institute a government investigation. Contact a civil rights lawyer to pursue …
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