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.
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.
It Is Usually Best to File a Complaint With the DFEH But it is a good strategy to file a complaint with the EEOC too. Doing so will preserve your right to sue your employer under both state and federal anti-discrimination laws.
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.
You can submit your complaint online with the Employment Discrimination Complaint Form. You can also submit your complaint by email, by postal mail or in person. Submit a complaint via email at EEOintake@twc.texas. If you have questions, call: 512-463-2642 or 888-452-4778.
Generally, you must contact the EEO Counselor within 45 days from the day the discrimination occurred. In most cases the EEO Counselor will give you the choice of participating either in EEO counseling or in an alternative dispute resolution (ADR) program, such as a mediation program.