Employees, former employees, or job applicants who have suffered retaliation or discrimination may file a retaliation complaint. There are several types of wrongful termination including discrimination, contract violations, sexual harassment, and retaliation.In the state of California, the statute of limitations for wrongful termination is two years from the date of the termination. An average timeline is around 12-24 months. However, complex cases with substantial evidence and hearings can drag on much longer.