Some of the highlighted cases are as follows:
In 2023, Client(1) contacted Pitre & Associates for assistance in navigating the complex EEOC hearing process in her sex discrimination, workplace harassment, and reprisal complaint. After being retained, Pitre & Associates went straight to work and diligently represented Client during the discovery process. Their hard work resulted in the Agency agreeing to mediation, where Senior Associate Michelle de Vera was able to negotiate a $41,500 lump sum settlement, which included 2024 Laffey Rates.
The Client had the following to add: If you are looking for a strong lawyer who will aggressively fight for your rights, Senior Associate Michelle de Vera will be the perfect lawyer for you. I can attest to this. I truly appreciate her walking me through the complex EEOC process. What I was going through was bad enough, our discussion/talks gave me peace and relief, but most importantly peace. I will refer Pitre & Associates any day and especially Senior Associate Michelle de Vera.
Pitre & Associates settles Client’s(1) discrimination, harassment and reprisal complaint against the U.S. Department of the Air Force for $88,000 lump sum, which included 2024 Laffey Rates, rescission of 14-day suspension, and reinstatement of 80 hours of leave.
Pitre & Associates settled Client’s(1) disability discrimination complaint against the U.S. Postal Service, where the Agency agreed to provide Client with a modified job offer and pay $22,000 lump sum, which included 2024 Laffey Rates.
Pitre & Associates settles Client’s(1) race, sex, disability discrimination, harassment and reprisal complaint against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security during the EEOC hearing stage for payment of $46,984.70 in lieu of compensatory damages and reimbursement of $31,015.30 attorney’s fees, which included 2024 Laffey Rates.
Pitre & Associates settles Client’s(1) disability discrimination case against the U.S. Department of Justice (Environment and Natural Resources Division) prior to the issuance of an adverse action. The Client received $43,000 lump sum payment, which included 2024 Laffey Rates, 18 weeks of paid administrative leave (worth approximately $18,000), and the ability to voluntary retire with a clean SF-50 and neutral reference.
(1) Clients prefer to remain anonymous.