Florida Commission on Human Relations, Frequently Asked Questions

Citation: Florida Commission on Human Relations, Frequently Asked Questions
Jurisdiction: Florida (state)
Source: Official source
Original Source: https://fchr.myflorida.com/faq-frequently-asked-questions ↗

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5. Complainant entered into a settlement agreement and release with Respondent which included a provision prohibiting the filing of any discrimination complaints. Despite this agreement, Complainant proceeded to file a complaint with the FCHR. What can be done about this?

The FCHR lacks the authority to enforce settlement agreements or assess their validity.

6. Can my complaint be expedited?

The FCHR processes complaints in the order they are received and does not prioritize or expedite any cases. The duration of investigations varies based upon the complexity and specific details of each complaint, leading to some cases being resolved more quickly than others.

7. Can I request the EEOC to investigate my complaint instead of FCHR?

If the case falls under the jurisdiction of the EEOC and that agency agrees to take it on, the request may be approved.

8. I have witnesses who currently work for Respondent; however, what happens if they are retaliated against for their participation in my complaint?

The law prohibits retaliation against any person for testifying, assisting, or participating in an investigation, proceeding, or hearing on an alleged unlawful employment practice. If individuals feel they are experiencing retaliation due to their involvement, they have the option to submit a complaint to the FCHR.

9. Can the FCHR take my complaint over the phone?