EEOC Discrimination Filing: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to report workplace discrimination and access federal investigation and mediation services if you face unfair treatment at work.
This process allows employees to report unfair treatment in the workplace to a federal body for investigation.
Who it's for
This is for employees who believe they are facing discrimination at their place of work.
What you get
You can access federal investigation services to look into your claim. You may also be able to use mediation services to help resolve the issue.
What it costs you
Filing this claim is free. However, you must act quickly and file your claim within 180 days of the incident occurring.
The catch to know
In many cases, you are required to use your company's own internal grievance procedures to try to resolve the issue before you can move forward with a federal claim.
How to apply
- Review your company's internal policies for reporting workplace issues.
- Gather any documentation or evidence related to the incident.
- Visit the official website to begin the filing process.
- Follow the instructions provided by the agency to submit your claim.