Pick a Missouri EEOC Lawyer Who Will Fight For You

Your job should be a safe space. You shouldn’t have to worry about mean coworkers or employers. However, when you’re being harassed or treated unfairly because of your race, skin color, religion, national origin, sex, or gender, that falls under workplace discrimination.

If your situation seems to fall under this type of discrimination, it’s time to seek justice with the help of tough-as-nails lawyers from Punchwork Law. Our team specializes in Missouri employment law. That means you’ll get representation that fully uses both state and federal law to protect your rights.

Interested in getting reliable legal counsel? Find out if you have a strong case by scheduling a free consultation with our Missouri EEOC law firm today. For more information about Missouri Employment Law, the EEOC, and how we can help, read on below.

The Role of the EEOC

Aside from calling an employment law attorney, there are a few key organizations you can contact when experiencing workplace harassment. At the state level, you can reach out to the Missouri Human Rights Commission, which investigates and works to eliminate discrimination in employment, as well as housing and public accommodations.

More importantly, at the federal level is the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). In addition to investigating complaints of workplace discrimination, they enforce federal laws against it, such as:

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: Prevents discrimination based on race, skin color, religion, national origin, and sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation).
The Equal Pay Act: Prohibits wage discrimination based on sex.
The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA): Forbids discrimination based on one’s disability.
The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA): Stops discrimination against anyone due to their age (specifically applies to those 40 years and older).
The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA): Prevents discrimination against anyone based on their genetic information.

If you ever encounter an employer who appears to be violating one of these laws, you should file a complaint with the EEOC. Many people even choose to hire a legal expert to make sure they file the right documents and build the strongest case possible.

So, if you ever need help with a potential employment discrimination case, talk to a Missouri discrimination lawyer at Punchwork Law. We lay out your case in clear terms and fight to produce the best outcome for you.

What a Missouri EEOC Attorney Will Do For You

Whether it’s sexual harassment or verbal abuse against your race or national origin, this kind of treatment is unacceptable. If you’ve got solid proof that you’re being treated badly because of your personal traits, seek legal counsel from an employment law attorney. Talk to Punchwork Law, and we’ll give you a legal strategy that protects your rights and gets you the compensation you deserve. But that isn’t all we’re going to do.

Here’s what a Missouri EEOC law firm provides in a workplace discrimination case:

At the Start Of Your Case

In the beginning, there’s a lot of paperwork and filing that needs to be done in order to prepare your case. An attorney who’s experienced working with the EEOC will help with:

Drafting and filing charges
Filing a complaint with the EEOC and responding to information requests
Representing you in interviews
Monitoring deadlines for the case while you continue handling your daily matters

Before Filing an Employment Discrimination Lawsuit

Once you’ve filed a complaint with the EEOC, an attorney will notify you when it’s legally time to sue your workplace — usually 180 days after filing your charges or when you receive a letter from them, validating your case.

From there, a Missouri EEOC lawyer will help you file your case with your local court, gather evidence, and set up a potential settlement strategy if your employers want to negotiate a settlement for your case outside of court.

In Litigation or Settlement

In the event your case reaches court, your lawyer will then represent you and formally present your case. Punchwork Law’s attorneys will aggressively fight to prove your employers’ wrongdoing and how their actions violate your rights as an employee.

Your attorney will also seek possible remedies for the harm caused by your employers’ poor treatment. This can include withheld workers’ compensation, lost wages, unpaid overtime, damages, attorneys’ fees, and so on.

At Punchwork Law, we are driven to ensure that the case gets results that are in your best interests. Our team of EEOC lawyers has years of experience dealing with Missouri courts. Our firm also has a strong track record of getting numerous clients fair settlements and, more importantly, the justice they deserve.

If you want a team that tirelessly defends your employee rights, contact our Missouri wrongful termination and employment law attorneys today.

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Missouri EEOC Law FAQs

Any Questions? We have the answers you need.

Here are some answers to some of the common questions about employment discrimination.

How soon should I act when dealing with employment discrimination?

For the Missouri Human Rights Commission and the EEOC, you have 180 days from the time of the discrimination to file a charge. With the EEOC, this can be extended to up to 300 days, depending on the given state’s laws. To ensure your case is successful, work with an experienced Missouri EEOC law firm like Punchwork Law.
Do I need to hire an employment lawyer?

If you just want to file a charge against an abusive employer with the EEOC, hiring a lawyer isn’t legally necessary.

However, if you want to build a strong case, an employment lawyer will have the knowledge and connections to gather evidence and navigate the legal process (which can be fairly tedious).

They will also serve as a determined representative of your case in court and, if your employers want to settle, negotiate a proper settlement for you.
Is it possible to be reinstated at my job?

Yes, one of the remedies you can get by filing a complaint through the EEOC or a lawsuit against your employers is to be reinstated at your job. We’ll also fight to ensure your employers implement policies that continue to protect you from harassment or unfavorable treatment, benefiting both you and your co-workers.