Compensatory damages in employment discrimination case Archives

What Damages or Remedies Can a Virginia Employee Recover in a Discrimination Lawsuit?

Under the Virginia Human Rights Act (VA HRA) as amended by the Virginia Values Act (SB 868), as of July 1, 2020 a prevailing employee in a discrimination case under state law may recover significant damages.

How is interest on back pay calculated?

In FRSA whistleblower cases brought before the DOL, interest on back pay is computed using the interest rate applicable to underpayment of taxes under 26 … Continued

How do courts measure emotional distress damages in employment discrimination cases?

There’s really no precise formula that the courts use to measure emotional distress damages. But there are a number of different factors that … Continued

How does the EEOC measure emotional distress damages?

There is no precise way to measure emotional distress damages but there are several factors that the EEOC and the courts will take … Continued

What are emotional distress damages and how do I prove them?

Emotional distress damages are monetary damages that are designed to compensate you for emotional harm that you suffered. Let’s say for example that … Continued