EEOC complaints are formal allegations of discrimination filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). They can be filed by individuals who believe they have been discriminated against based on their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.
EEOC complaints are an important tool for enforcing federal civil rights laws. They allow individuals to seek justice and hold employers accountable for discriminatory practices. The EEOC investigates complaints and can take a variety of actions to resolve them, including conciliation, mediation, and litigation.