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Employment Claim in Virginia

Under the Virginia Human Rights Act, the maximum compensatory and punitive damages recoverable in an employment discrimination claim is $350,000. This cap applies to unlawful discriminatory practices under Va. Code § 2.2-3905. The statute sets out factors a court considers when determining the appropriate award within that limit. No single formula dictates the exact amount; the calculation depends on the specific evidence presented. The worked example below illustrates how the cap applies to a hypothetical claim. For a result tailored to your circumstances, use the DocketMath calculator to estimate potential damages under this statutory ceiling.

Governing authority

In Virginia, the employment claim rule is set by Va. Code § 2.2-3905 (Virginia Human Rights Act / Virginia Values Act — unlawful discriminatory practices). The verified packet cites Va. Code § 2.2-3905 (Virginia Human Rights Act / Virginia Values Act — unlawful discriminatory practices) (https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title2.2/chapter39/section2.2-3905/).

Virginia employment claim: the verified value is $350,000 under Va. Code § 2.2-3905 (Virginia Human Rights Act / Virginia Values Act — unlawful discriminatory practices). The verified packet cites Va. Code § 2.2-3905 (Virginia Human Rights Act / Virginia Values Act — unlawful discriminatory practices) (https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title2.2/chapter39/section2.2-3905/).

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the employment claim calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.