Do EEOC lawyers work on contingency?

You should use a contingency based lawyer to file with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”), which is a federal agency that investigates claims of discrimination based off sex, gender, age, disability, religion, etc.

What is wrongful termination in PA?

If the reason for your termination was illegal, it is considered wrongful termination, which allows you to sue your employer for damages. Under Pennsylvania and federal employment law, employers are prohibited from terminating the employment based upon the following characteristics: Race. Pregnancy.

How do I terminate an employee in PA?

Employers are not allowed to wrongfully terminate an employee. Pennsylvania follows the doctrine of employment at will. This means that employers and employees are allowed to terminate their relationship at any time and for any reason. However, they cannot do so in a manner that is unlawful.

Can EEOC recover attorney fees?

The Supreme Court has made it easier for employers to recover attorney fees against the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) when it fails to conciliate claims. The high court ruled on May 19 that fees may be awarded even absent a ruling on the merits of the case.

Can you sue employer for firing you?

Yes, you can sue your employer if they wrongfully fired you. All too often, people want to sue for being fired when the company had a legitimate reason to fire them. Not every firing is illegal.

Do employers need a reason to fire you in PA?

Like most states across the country, Pennsylvania is considered an “at-will” employment state. This means that in general, an employer can fire an employee at any time and for any reason without recourse by the employee.

How do I contact the EEOC in Pittsburgh?

For individuals who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing, you can reach EEOC by videophone at 1-844-234-5122. If you have a disability which prevents you from accessing the Public Portal or you otherwise have difficulty with accessing the portal, please call 1-800-669-4000. The Pittsburgh Area Office is open Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

How can an EEOC lawyer help you?

Tully Rinckey PLLC’s EEOC lawyers can represent clients at every stage of the federal government’s EEO process, from initial EEO counselor contact all the way through appeals in federal court. Call 2027871900 today for a consultation on your issue.

Are EEOC’s field offices still doing in-person interviews?

Please be advised that due to the current health situation, EEOC’s Field Offices have temporarily stopped conducting in-person intake interviews. If you have previously scheduled in-person intake appointment, your appointment will be changed to a telephone interview.