THE BACKGROUND

An employee of the United States Postal Service (USPS) sought a promotion but was denied despite possessing the requisite qualifications and track record within the postal service. Suspecting discriminatory practices, the employee sought legal representation and retained Employment Attorney Raymond Nardo to address the issue.

THE CASE

Under the representation of Employment Attorney Raymond Nardo, the employee’s case proceeded to litigation before an Administrative Judge ("AJ") at the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Following a period of discovery, a two-day hearing ensued during which witnesses were sworn in, examined, and cross-examined to ascertain whether discrimination influenced the denial of the promotion to the plaintiff.

THE CONCLUSION

Attorney Nardo’s client emerged victorious as the AJ ruled in favor of the employee. The ruling determined that discrimination had indeed occurred, evidenced by the USPS selecting a less qualified female candidate for the promotion instead. Consequently, the AJ reinstated the employee to the position retroactively, along with awarding back pay. Additionally, the USPS was ordered to pay counsel fees to Employment Attorney Raymond Nardo, marking a significant triumph for the client who had been unjustly overlooked for a promotion due to workplace discrimination.

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