Discrimination at work is illegal. Victims in Florida can seek justice and recover damages like back pay and lost benefits.Employment Discrimination Complaints. A complaint of employment discrimination, public accommodations discrimination, or whistle-blower retaliation may be filed online. The links below provide information about eligibility for filing a complaint, time limits, instructions and procedures, and mediation. Major state laws covering affirmative action, equal opportunity, discrimination and harassment include: An employee or an applicant for employment may file a claim for discrimination with the FCHR. Under Florida law, anonymous complaints are not accepted. A person may also contact the FHAP agency in the state or locality where the alleged discrimination occurred for help. Same-sex marriage has been legal in the state since January 6, 2015.