Virginia HB925 amends the Virginia Human Rights Act to address unlawful discriminatory practices, civil actions, and statute of limitations.
Virginia HB925 modifies the Virginia Human Rights Act by detailing the rights of the Department of Law in handling complaints of unlawful discrimination. If a court or jury finds unlawful discrimination, it may award compensatory and punitive damages, reasonable attorney fees, and costs, and may grant injunctions or affirmative action orders. Civil actions can only be filed within specific timeframes after the complainant receives a notice of their right to file.
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