Employment Discrimination Rights Within The Us In Utah
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Utah employees also sue their employers for breach of an employment contract or under the public policy exception to the employment at-will doctrine.
You may need to consult an attorney to determine what remedies may be available to you and any statute of limitations that may apply to your complaint. If you have any questions prior to filling your complaint, you may call the division at (801)530‑6601 during normal business hours.
If Your Employment Rights Are Violated If you believe your employment rights have been violated you can either call the Disability Law Center, file a complaint with the Utah AntiDiscrimination and Labor Division (UALD), or file a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Committee (EEOC).
File a Complaint / Issue For an unresolved issue: First, contact your local Workforce Services Office and discuss your issue with a service provider and/or supervisor. File a complaint: To file a complaint, fill out the online form. Other state government contacts for unresolved issues: Child Support. Equal Opportunity.
The chances of winning your discrimination case can vary dramatically depending on the particular circumstances you face. When a lot of evidence has accumulated against your employer, such as emails and history of discriminatory remarks in front of multiple witnesses, your chances of winning a lawsuit are higher.
1. Quick and Low-Stress. In our experience, most employers and employees prefer to settle discrimination cases out of court instead of going to trial. This is because settlement negotiations are usually faster and less stressful than litigation.
Report discrimination to a local Fair Employment Practices Agency (FEPA). If the discrimination breaks both a state and federal law, the FEPA will also send your complaint to the EEOC. Use the EEOC's directory of field offices to find the FEPA near you.
If you sue your employer, it won't be enough for you to prove that your employer made the wrong decision, or even that your employer was a no-goodnik. If you don't have a valid legal claim against your employer, then you will ultimately lose your case. One big reason to think twice before you sue.
There are certain benefits when you decide to file a discrimination lawsuit. It will not only benefit you, but your co-workers as well because it will likely make your workplace safer by creating a better environment for all. When you sue, you can also obtain a legal remedy for the discrimination you have faced.
