What to do if You Suspected You are a Victim of Discriminatory Hiring Practices

Being discriminated against in the hiring process can be humiliating, infuriating, and of course, costly in terms of lost employment. The law prohibits hiring discrimination in most cases based on age, gender, religion, race, national origin, disability, and in some states, other categories as well. Yet some employers persist in discriminating against potential new hires. What should you do if you are a victim of hiring discrimination?

You should take action soon after the incident. There is a statute of limitations on filing a claim for employment discrimination, and your claim will need to be filed and processed within a certain period of time after the date of the discriminatory act. Many people prefer to contact an employment attorney before taking any other action, since an experienced lawyer can help you know what steps to take, when to take them, and how to give your claim the best chance of success.

In some cases, you may also need to file a claim with the EEOC, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. An EEO counselor will review your claim and attempt to determine the facts of the case. At the end, the EEO will recommend a course of action. Your lawyer can help you understand the EEO counseling process and help you take action after the EEO issues its recommendation.

Don’t let hiring discrimination ruin your job search. Discrimination is illegal, and if you are a victim, you have options. To contact a federal hiring discrimination lawyer with the Vaughn Law Firm, call 877-615-9495.