A job discrimination complaint may be filed by mail or in person at the nearest EEOC office. You can find the closest EEOC office by calling the EEOC at 1-800-669-4000, or by going to the EEOC's Field Office List and Jurisdiction Map and selecting the office closest to you.
Q: What Are the Chances of Winning an EEOC Case? A: The EEOC has a very high success rate when it comes to court decisions, reaching favorable outcomes in nearly 96% of all district court cases stemming from EEOC complaints.
Ultimately, the EEOC needs to be able to prove by a preponderance of evidence, meaning at least 51% probability, that you suffered employment discrimination at your worksite.
Simply put, the burden of proof lies with the complainant, who must demonstrate evidence supporting their discrimination claim. This involves presenting facts and sometimes witness testimonies to make a compelling case that the discrimination occurred.
In the context of an EEOC complaint, understanding what this entails can significantly affect the outcome of your case. Simply put, the burden of proof lies with the complainant, who must demonstrate evidence supporting their discrimination claim.
Or call the OCR Complaint Hotline at 1-800-272-1408. Visit our Contact Us page for mailing addresses.
Or call the OCR Complaint Hotline at 1-800-272-1408. Visit our Contact Us page for mailing addresses.
You must submit your formal EEO complaint to the Office of Civil Rights, Diversity and Inclusion (OCRDI) at eeocomplaints@hrsa within 15 calendar days of receipt of a Notice to File a Formal Complaint of Discrimination (NRTF) – Commissioned Corps Officers must file within 10 calendar days of receipt of the NRTF.
The name, address, and telephone number of the person who is being treated unfairly; The name, address, and telephone number of the employer you are filing the complaint against; A brief description of the event or events that you believe are unfair or harassing; and. The dates these events occurred.