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Employment Law Exhibits for Maryland Courts

Maryland employment cases follow Md. Rule 2-401 for scheduling and the Fair Employment Practices Act (FEPA) for discrimination claims. Maryland has strong employee protections through state agencies. This guide covers exhibit preparation for discrimination, wrongful termination, and wage claims in Maryland.

MDECPer Md. Rule 2-401 schedulingMd. Rule 2-401, FEPA

Maryland Quick Reference

E-Filing SystemMDEC
File Size Limit50 MB
Exchange DeadlinePer Md. Rule 2-401 scheduling
Primary RuleMd. Rule 2-401, FEPA

Common Employment Law Exhibits in Maryland

Employment contracts and offer letters
Personnel file and evaluations
Wage and payroll records
Employee handbooks and policies
Emails and text communications
Witness statements
Investigation reports
Separation documentation
EEOC/MCCR charge documents
Comparator employee records
Medical records (disability cases)
Time and attendance records

Maryland Employment Law Tips

  • 1Maryland FEPA provides state discrimination protections
  • 2MCCR (Maryland Commission on Civil Rights) is state agency
  • 3Montgomery County has additional local employment protections
  • 4MDEC has generous 50 MB file limit
  • 5Maryland uses P-1, P-2 for plaintiff and D-1, D-2 for defendant
  • 6Baltimore City Circuit Court has high case volume
  • 7Maryland has Healthy Working Families Act for sick leave

Common Employment Law Filing Mistakes in Maryland

Not filing with MCCR or EEOC before court action
Incomplete personnel record collection
Not taking advantage of MDEC's 50 MB limit for large files
Failing to preserve electronic communications
Missing Montgomery County local law requirements
Incomplete wage calculation documentation

Employment Law Exhibits in Maryland: FAQ

What is the MCCR and how does it affect Maryland employment cases?

The Maryland Commission on Civil Rights (MCCR) investigates discrimination claims under FEPA. Prepare exhibits including the MCCR charge, employer response, and investigation findings.

What is the file size limit for Maryland court e-filing?

MDEC has a generous 50 MB file limit, higher than most states. This allows filing larger employment record compilations without splitting.

Does Montgomery County have special employment protections?

Yes, Montgomery County has additional local employment protections. Prepare exhibits addressing both state FEPA claims and any applicable county ordinances.

What exhibit numbering does Maryland employment court use?

Maryland typically uses P-1, P-2, P-3 for plaintiff and D-1, D-2, D-3 for defendant exhibits with clear party identification.

What documentation is needed for Maryland wage claims?

Under Maryland's Wage Payment and Collection Law, prepare pay stubs, time records, employment agreements, and calculations showing amounts owed.

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