Employment discrimination in California is a fact. Despite being one of the most cosmopolitan states in the United States, there are still inequalities in the professional field that need improvement.
But, what is employment discrimination?
It can be defined as a series of physical or verbal actions on the part of a company, employer, or colleague that can hurt or disadvantage one or several people in the professional environment.
The causes? They can be diverse, but among the most relevant are the following:
- Gender
- Religious Beliefs
- Sexual Preferences
- Ethnicity
- Congenital or accident-related disability
- Age
- Skin color
- Pregnancy
Which institution should I go to if I suffer any type of employment discrimination?
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, or EEOC, is the right place for you to file your complaint formally.
Remember that you can get advice from an attorney or law firm before filing your case in this institution.
How do I file my complaint?
You have four ways to do this:
- In-person: You can visit one of the offices near where you live. You can find their locations at https://www.eeoc.gov/field-office.
- Postal mail: You can also write a letter explaining the situation to file your complaint. Enclose your personal information, your employer’s or company’s information, and the date the incident occurred.
- Email: Submit your complaint to info@ask.eeoc.gov.
- Phone: Call 1-800-669-4000 to report events that are part of the employment discrimination you experienced or are experiencing.
In summary, although one of the most legally advanced states in the world, California is not exempt from employment discrimination problems.
Therefore, if you believe that you are suffering or have suffered physical or psychological mistreatment by a colleague, employer, or the company in which you work, we invite you to file your complaint and seek legal advice. Keep in mind that you must file your complaint within 180 days from the date you were the victim of discrimination for greater credibility of the case.
For more information, you can call us for a free consultation or visit the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s website.