Discrimination at work is illegal. Victims in Florida can seek justice and recover damages like back pay and lost benefits.Employment Discrimination Complaints. A charge of discrimination can be completed through our online system after you submit an online inquiry and we interview you. A charge of discrimination is a signed statement asserting that an employer, union or labor organization engaged in employment discrimination. An employer cannot retaliate against a worker for exercising their rights. The Wage and Hour Division is here to protect your rights. You must file your employment, public accommodations, or housing discrimination complaint within 365 days after the date of the alleged violation. Contact the Tampa discrimination and harassment attorneys of Cook Law at 800-539-5728. Depending on the nature of your case, contingency fees may be available.