Employment discrimination generally exists where an employer treats an applicant or employee less favorably merely because of a person's protected class. A charge of discrimination is a signed statement asserting that an employer, union or labor organization engaged in employment discrimination.There are strict deadlines for filing a charge of discrimination, please review the information in the timeliness tab or call 1-. If you believe that you or someone else experienced unlawful discrimination, you can report a civil rights violation. 1. Report using our online form. You can call toll-free 1 . To file a claim with the EEOC, contact your closest local EEOC office. There is an office in Dallas, Houston, El Paso, and San Antonio. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination in the workplace, you could consult an experienced discrimination lawsuit lawyer. The law makes discrimination illegal in all employment practices.