What should I demand in a discrimination case?
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What should I demand in a discrimination case?
I filed a discrimination complaint; I went to fact finding hearing and the company wants a demand from me. They have stated employment is not an option. What should I demand?
Asked on December 1, 2011 under Employment Labor Law, Connecticut
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Though you don't provide detail, it appears your complaint is that you were either not hired or were fired due to illegal discrimination. If they are not willing to employ you, then you should ask for monetary compensation. Probably a fair range would be an amount equal to between 3 and 6 months gross wages for the position you sought or had, increased by any benefits (e.g. health insurance; contribution to a 401k) you would have been eligible for during that time. If you had been there already for some number of years before encountering discrimination, and/or were at a high level (so re-employment will likely take longer; there are fewer opening or opportunities), you might seek 9 months or more of wages. However, whatever you initially seek, come to the table with some lower number that you deem acceptable and would be willing to take as settlement of the claim, as an alternative to potentially going through the cost and delays of litigation.
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