Horton Law Firm Blog Category: EEOC

Navigating the EEOC Process for South Carolina Employees

by jeremysummerlin | Mar 9, 2021 | EEOC

For many South Carolina employees, navigating the legal system–including the EEOC process–can be an intimidating prospect. Often having an attorney representing your interests and explaining the EEOC process to you can be extremely helpful. This post will... read more

Do I Need an Attorney for an EEOC Mediation?

by jeremysummerlin | Apr 17, 2018 | EEOC, Employment Law, Mediation

Once you file a charge of discrimination with the EEOC, the EEOC often asks you if you’d like to participate in an EEOC mediation. These mediations, if both parties agree to participate, take place before the EEOC starts its investigation of the charge. So, what... read more

What Does a South Carolina Employee Need to Do Before Filing an Employment Discrimination Lawsuit?

by jeremysummerlin | Jun 20, 2017 | Discrimination, EEOC, Employment Law

Employment discrimination comes in many forms, but only certain types of discrimination against employees are legally prohibited in South Carolina. The law prohibits discrimination in the workplace based on several protected categories, including age, race, sex,... read more

What is the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and Why is It Blocking My Way to the Courthouse?

by jeremysummerlin | Oct 28, 2015 | Discrimination, EEOC, Employment Law

What Is the EEOC? The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is the federal agency tasked with enforcing the federal employment laws in the United States. It has the authority to bring a lawsuit on behalf of employees who have been wrongfully terminated in... read more

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