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Category: EEOC
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Understanding the EEOC Mediation Process
The EEOC mediation process can be intimidating at first, but it doesn’t need to be. We discuss EEOC mediation outcomes, statistics, training, and more.
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Top 5 Qualities of the Best Employment Discrimination Attorney
If you are dealing with employment discrimination, working with a legal professional specializing in employee rights is key to getting justice. An employment discrimination attorney serves as your powerful advocate against employers who violate employment law. But how do you go about finding an employment discrimination attorney? For many workers, this could be the first…
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Employee Rights 101: Guide to EEOC Violations
Violations of the laws administered by the EEOC (and State agencies which administer state employment laws) are a threat to employees everywhere. From retail to healthcare, workers are subjected to discrimination and retaliation in the workplace. But the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and their state equivalents is the first stop as you seek protection…
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Employment Law Cases: Why Destroying Evidence Could Destroy Your Case
Many pieces of evidence can potentially be relevant in employment law cases. If you are a plaintiff, one of your primary responsibilities is to make sure relevant pieces of evidence are preserved. You could substantially harm your chances of achieving the desired outcome if you destroy evidence, particularly if you destroy evidence that you think…
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EEOC Complaints: 8 Tips to Help You Win Your Case
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) is a federal agency that enforces laws against certain workplace discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Before you can sue the employer in court, the EEOC must investigate certain claims. Navigating the EEOC’s process can be complex. This blog provides a few tips to help you better prepare and present your…
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Filing An EEOC Complaint: What to Expect & How Employment Lawyers Can Help
Have you experienced discrimination, retaliation, or harassment at work? Are you considering filing an EEOC complaint? Before you do, it’s important to understand the EEOC process and what to expect. At Wenzel Fenton Cabassa, P.A., we understand the difficulties employees face when confronting workplace discrimination. To help alleviate some of your concerns, we have answered…
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The EEOC Claim Process: How Long Does It Take?
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is a neutral third party that investigates employee claims of discrimination in the workplace. Anyone can file a complaint with the EEOC if they believe they’ve been discriminated against by their employer, or if they believe their employer has acted out of retaliation. However, not every claim will make…
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8 Things You Need to Know About the EEOC’s New Discrimination Guidance
The United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has updated a 14-year-old section in its discrimination guidance. Guidance relative to protections on the basis of “nation of origin” were significantly revised and some of the provisions within this protected class may affect you and the conduct of your employer. Here’s what you need to know:…
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EEOC Releases Docs on Women’s Issues and Pregnant Workers’ Rights
Women’s rights in the workplace have recently gained the spotlight. At the White House United State of Women Summit on June 14, 2016, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released guidance documents addressing equal pay for women and more information on pregnancy discrimination. The purpose of the EEOC’s participation in the White House Summit was…
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Changes to EEOC Reform Act Proposed for Federal Contractors and Private Employees
Will the EEOC Reform Act protect more employees from wage discrimination? A Senate bill was introduced in March to amend the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s Reform Act. The EEOC Reform Act was first introduced in an attempt to collect pay data from employers and reduce the occurrence of wage inequalities and unlawful discrimination. In light…
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