Retaliation
A former state supervisor informed a prospective employer at a state agency that I was not rehireable. However, I have proof in writing from Human Resources that I am. The EEOC is investigating. I have read that state agencies can share information but, what if it is not true and I think vindictive? I might add that several years I filed a discrimination charge against the state agency. I feel this employer has been sabotaging my career. I have suffered depression and other medical issues because of it. Does this sound like a winnable case. I only have circumstancial documents to prove a causal relatiionship. Thank you for your advice. Still have not found a professional position.
1 answer | asked Apr 20, 2004 12:21 PM [EST] | applies to Texas
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Many retaliation cases are decided based on circumstantial evidence. Rarely does an individual admit that she or he is "getting even" with a former subordinate for filing a charge of discrimination.
I advise that you make an appointment with a lawyer in Austin who regularly represents employees. You can find the names and contact information about several such lawyers on two different websites: one is www.telaonline.com and the other is www.workplacefairness.org.
Good luck.
posted by Margaret A. Harris | Apr 20, 2004 1:32 PM [EST]
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