Federal workers have certain rights and protections under the law to prevent discrimination and promote fair treatment in the workplace. Unfortunately, however, many federal workers find themselves to be the targets of discriminatory practices, retaliation, and other illegal actions. In fact, an average of 168 claims were filed with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) every day in 2021, the latest data shows.

If you are subjected to discrimination or retaliation as a federal employee or when you’re applying to work as one, you may have a claim. If you do, there are strict rules for proceeding, unforgiving deadlines for filing, and certain actions that typically need to be taken before a formal complaint can be filed.

To understand how it all works, whether you have a case, and what to expect moving forward if you do, continue exploring this page, clicking below to jump to any section:

• Federal Employee Rights
• Types of EEOC Complaints & Federal Discrimination Cases
• How EEOC Claims & Federal Employment Lawsuits Work: An Overview of the Process
• How to Find Out More About Your Rights & Potential Case

You can also contact an experienced federal employment lawyer at The Spiggle Law Firm. Our trusted advocates offer free case review, so you can get the advice you need to make prudent choices that align with your needs, a potential case, and your objectives.