HOW DOES THE DFEH HANDLE MY CLAIM?
The DFEH is an independent government agency in CA set up to deal with your complaints regarding violations by your employer or others in relation to employment, housing, public accommodations and public service non-discrimination laws. The DFEH has offices throughout the state of CA. These district offices receive and investigate discrimination complaints. In ten of its twelve district office, DFEH handles employment, public accommodations and hate violence cases. The other two offices handle housing discrimination claims. Additionally, there are three legal offices that litigate cases and provide legal support to the district offices.
If the DFED decides to take your claim (and an experienced employment lawyer can tell you if you are bringing a legit claim) it may issue prosecute the claim before the Fair Employment and Housing Commission.
Along with protecting your rights as a CA resident and employee, the DFEH provides technical assistance to employers, business establishments and housing providers. This assistance is directly related to supporting and informing them of their responsibilities under the law. Yet another way the DFEH is on your side.
If you are a CA employee or resident who wants to bring a claim against your employer to the DFEH, call the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) TODAY. Call our experienced employment lawyers NOW for a free consultation regarding your legal rights. Or visit our website for more information about the DFEH at www.discriminationattorney.com.
