What is a determination of no reasonable cause?

No Reasonable Cause EEOC’s determination based upon the evidence obtained in the investigation that it believes discrimination did not occur; the determination does not certify that the respondent is in compliance with the statute. The charging party may exercise the right to bring private court action.

What do you need to prove discrimination?

This requires a plaintiff to first establish a prima facie case of employment discrimination by demonstrating that she: (1) is a member of a protected class; (2) met her employer’s legitimate job performance expectations; (3) suffered an adverse employment action; and (4) another similarly situated employee outside of …

Is there an independent cause of action for employment discrimination?

The General Assembly has revised section 4112.99 to clarify the section does not create an independent cause of action for employment discrimination. Aggrieved employees must now pursue their claims only under sections 4112.051, 4112.052, and 4112.14.

How is a discrimination hearing like a court case?

A discrimination hearing is similar to a court proceeding. Both parties present evidence under oath before an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). The ALJ reviews the evidence and hears testimony of witnesses, then issues a decision on whether or not discrimination occurred. All relevant evidence and testimony must be presented at this hearing.

How does the ALJ work in a discrimination case?

The ALJ reviews the evidence and hears testimony of witnesses, then issues a decision on whether or not discrimination occurred. All relevant evidence and testimony must be presented at this hearing. It is the only chance for the parties to do so. Information given earlier to the investigator is not considered at the hearing.

When to file a formal complaint of discrimination?

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Submission of your intake information to the Division DOES NOT constitute the filing of a formal complaint of discrimination with the Division. Additional processes and steps must be taken after the filing of your intake information in order for a formal complaint of discrimination to be drafted and filed.

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