The United State Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is a federal agency charged with enforcing federal laws that prohibit discrimination against an employee or potential employee based on protected characteristics. EEOC also ensures that employees are not fired or demoted if or when they bring claims of discrimination to an employer’s attention. Many of the protected characteristics are the same characteristics that are protected under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. These characteristics include, but are not limited to, the following:
When it comes to employees’ rights in the workplace, it’s important to remember that retaliation against an employee is prohibited. This means that if an employee brings claims of discrimination to human resources personnel, files charges for discrimination, or participates in an investigation into claims against a company for discrimination, they cannot be discriminated against, terminated, or demoted from their position.
If you believe that you were discriminated against based on your race, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics, you may have a case that the EEOC can investigate. Depending on the scope, severity of discrimination, and the evidence provided, the EEOC may be able to file a lawsuit against the company that discriminated against you.
It is important that when you believe you have been discriminated against in the hiring process of a position, or during your employment at a company, that you consult with an EEOC lawyer to discuss your steps. A legal counsel will be able to help you file a complaint with the EEOC and assist you in gathering the evidence and testimonies necessary to make a comprehensive complaint.
When you file a charge of discrimination with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, you may be offered the chance to attend mediation. If this occurs, it becomes even more crucial to have an EEOC lawyer with you. They will be able to represent you and your interests during mediation to help you avoid legal mishaps or be taken advantage of. The employer will most likely also have an attorney with them, so you do not want to be without representation.
If mediation does not resolve the claims of discrimination against the employer, then a lawsuit and an investigation can continue. With the help of an EEOC attorney, this process is much less complicated. You can rest assured that your attorney will be able to guide you through the legal proceedings. It is important that mistakes are not made, as whatever claims and evidence you bring forward to the EEOC against your employer cannot be taken back. This is one of the many reasons why it is imperative to have an experienced and knowledgeable attorney by your side during an EEOC investigation.
Barkan Meizlish DeRose Cox, LLP have professional and accomplished lawyers that are ready to help you bring discrimination claims against employers. The seasoned and skillful attorneys at the Barkan Meizlish DeRose Cox, LLP firm will serve your best interests in an employment discrimination lawsuit and guide you through filing a claim with the EEOC. Without qualified representation, the process of filing a discrimination claim with the EEOC can be a daunting, confusing, and complicated task that requires serious legal counsel and guidance. If you believe that you have been discriminated against as a job applicant or as an employee, contact our EEOC attorneys to review your case with a free consultation.
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My experience with this Law firm was phenomenal. I found my way into their offices after an unexpected workplace injury. Initially I was clueless about their performance.
The fact that I was not merely looking out for a supplement for my financial budget, I was simply there to explore whatever compensation was due me since the injury legitimately occcured “during and in the course of my employment”.
After an initial visit to the offices where the necessary documentation were initiated, the rest were simply a phone call for updates. Sometimes it was even needless.
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phases of the process to unfold.
Finally the claim was settled with so much transparency. The unpredictable journey ended with a check delivered to my mailbox.
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