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Protecting Federal Employees Nationwide
If you are a federal employee who suffered the consequences of racial, religious, disability, sexual orientation or other type of discrimination, we are here to help you seek justice.
Pines Federal represents federal employees working for any agency who have been subjected to unfair treatment, sexual harassment, retaliation or discriminatory acts. You have rights. Consult an EEOC attorney at Pines Federal today. We are zealous in insisting that you are fairly compensated for the wrongs you have suffered.
Give us a call at (832) 462-7655 or send an online message today to learn how we can help you.
Navigating Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Laws
EEO laws are complicated. Unlike other areas of law, anti-discrimination law in the United States consists mostly of a patchwork of multiple laws that are constantly evolving. Let’s review these laws and look into how they can protect you as a federal employee. If you want a more in-depth look, consult one of our equal employment opportunity attorneys.
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
Title VII was the first major federal anti-discrimination law. Because it was part of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII focused primarily on stamping out race and color discrimination in the federal workplace. However, Title VII also prohibited harassment and disparate treatment based on religion, sex, and national origin. This applies both to the federal workplace and the private sector.
Featured Case Result
WHAT HAPPENED: An LGBT+ client filed for a hostile work environment. The agency refused to settle and would not concede for a hostile work environment. After the hearing, the client was awarded compensatory damages. The agency was forced to post the outcome of the hearing in the workplace.
Civil Rights Act of 1991 (CRA)
While it did not add any protected characteristics, the CRA made it possible for some complaining parties, or plaintiffs, to receive compensatory damages and punitive damages. Compensatory damages are awarded to compensate plaintiffs for things like:
- Future monetary losses,
- Mental anguish and vexation,
- Emotional pain and suffering, and
- Loss of enjoyment of life.
Punitive damages are designed specifically to punish especially egregious discriminators. Punitive and compensatory damages can be recovered in addition to things like lost wages, back pay, attorney fees, and interest. Consult an EEOC lawyer today to learn what kinds of damages may be available to you.
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Trusted By Federal Workers Nationwide
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“Even though I had an overwhelming abundance of anxiety about going through a legal proceeding, Mr. Pines’ humor and expert advice helped get me through the EEO process until it was successfully resolved. I always felt that the Pines Federal team had my best interests at heart and always treated me with kindness and dignity.”- Michelle S.
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“A change in leadership brought me the worst of luck with a suddenly very hostile work environment, but pure serendipity led me to Pines Federal. I am so lucky to have found Pines Federal which not only has considerable expertise in federal employee cases, but also has the compassion to recognize the emotional impact on their clients.”- Jennifer
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“I was issued a proposed removal letter at the VA where I work as a nurse, and I didn’t know what to do. I was confused and disoriented. Pines Federal were ready to defend me to the end. This law firm is the best federal government firm out there. I will be spreading the news to my friends and coworkers.”- Victor
Meet Our Legal Team
A Nationwide Firm Focused on Disability, Federal Employment, and SSDI Law
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Menucha Slater Legal Assistant
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Raquel Olmos Intake Specialist
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Aaron Sacks Bookkeeper, Marketing
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Trinity Buchanan Law Clerk
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Michael Solomon Intern
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Ari Rosen Paralegal, OPM Supervisor
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Nicole Marquadt Paralegal, OPM Specialist
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Michelle Cerrato Paralegal, OPM Specialist
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Courtney Bolton SSDI Supervisor
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Asher Meir Pines Legal Assistant
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Steven Tu Operations Manager
Behind Every Case Is a Person Who Matters
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Pines Firm Successfully Litigates Reinstatement for VA Canteen Employee with Full Back Pay
Attorney Pines and AFGE 1633 were victorious in having the arbitrator find that a VA Canteen employee was wrongfully removed, and therefore should be put back to work and paid back pay for over a year and half of pay.
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Wrongfully Terminated Veterans Administration Employee Gets Job Back & Full Back Pay
In an exciting precedent-setting victory, The Law Office of Eric L. Pines, PLLC has successfully helped a Veterans Administration employee get her job back after being wrongfully terminated for using leave for the birth of her child and to care for her autistic and blind children.
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Major Success in Front of the MSPB in an OPM Disability Case
On July 19, 2023, Pines Federal achieved a big win in front of the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) in an OPM disability case.
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Pines Federal’s Amanda Moreno Wins Reinstatement and Backpay in MSPB Case at DHS, USCBP
The Appellant worked for Customs and Border Patrol for over 20 years when the Agency removed her for LWOP and alleged misconduct at work.
