Can I File In The CHRO Without A Lawyer?

Connecticut has laws that protect employees from discrimination and retaliation at work. If your employer has violated these laws, you have the right to file a claim.

If you have been discriminated against at work in Connecticut, the first step to filing a claim is to file a Charge of Discrimination with the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities ("CHRO"). This is a document that explains how you were discriminated against, and asks the CHRO to investigate.

If you want to file a lawsuit against your employer for discrimination, you have to file a Charge of Discrimination first. If you don't, your case will get dismissed.

You do not need a lawyer to file a Charge of Discrimination with the CHRO. But it may be a good idea to consult with an attorney before filing. There can be procedural pitfalls in filing, and an experienced Connecticut Employment Lawyer can help you avoid them. An employment lawyer also can help you determine what should and should not be included in your Charge of Discrimination. In addition, an employment lawyer will now what and how to respond to your employer's answer.

If you want to file a Charge of Discrimination in the CHRO, there are strict timelines you must follow. If you have any questions, contact the Law Offices of Anthony J. Pantuso, III at 203-726-0284.