Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit June 13, 2002, No. 01-2094 (Donovan v. Henderson)

OPINION OF THE COURT

BARRY, Circuit Judge.

The outcome of this appeal hinges on the equitable tolling doctrine. More specifically, the issue presented is whether it is fair to excuse appellant Joan Donovan’s undisputed failure to comply with the 15-day period for filing her formal complaint against the Postal Service. See 29 C.F.R. §§ 1614.105(d) & 1614.106(b).