Filing a Charge and the EEOC Investigation
The EEOC notifies the employer within ten days asking for a response. The EEOC then begins its investigation of the alleged charges. This can include requests for information from the employee and employer, interviews with interested parties, and review of relevant documents.
Should I tell my employer I filed an EEOC complaint?
Once you file a charge, the EEOC will notify your employer. ... The law protects you from retaliation for asserting your rights, and you should immediately tell the EEOC investigator if you believe your employer has taken action against you because you filed a charge.
What happens if an employer does not respond to an EEOC complaint?
If the company fails to comply with the investigation long enough, the EEOC will pursue legal action that can result in jail time for the owner of the company.
