Compensatory damages play a large role in federal EEO cases — and the costs to an agency can add up quickly.
For the most part, federal employees who prevail on discrimination claims under Title VII or the Rehabilitation Act are entitled to claim compensatory damages. But, an award won't be granted unless the individual provides evidence that he or she suffered the claimed damages and that the agency's unlawful discrimination was the cause.
To properly evaluate EEO cases and defend against damage and other remedy claims, agency officials need a clear understanding of the full range of remedies and damages available to complainants.
In this 90-minute recorded audio conference, federal employment law attorneys Ernest Hadley and Gary Gilbert guide you through the entire compensatory damages process, including what is perhaps the most difficult concept — the collateral source rule.
Plus, expert guidance will ensure you understand:
- Traditional "make whole" remedies
- Back pay and benefits
- Mitigation of back pay awards
- Past and future pecuniary damages
- Nonpecuniary damages
- How to determine the amount of damage awards
- And much more!