Settlement Amount???

[feddey26]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? MN
I was told my former employer would possibly like to settle a disability discrimination complaint for wrongful termination. Charges are in the process of being investigated through the EEOC. I was told to come up with a settlement amount. How does one determine a settlement amount that is not too low nor way out of range? The actual Loss of wages and bonuses equal about $1700. I don't have a lawyer yet. I was told, by a lawyer, that hiring a lawyer could wait until it goes to an actual lawsuit, since the EEOC will do the investigation and turn over all materials gathered. Was this good advice?

 

[swalsh411]

Sounds like they just want it to go away. For this small of an amount it's not worth their time and they would pay more in attorney fees to defend. I would offer double the amount of lost wages.

 

[feddey26]

Thank you.

 

[feddey26]

The company has offered a settlement. They list these terms (among others):

3) Compliance with the ADEA requirements to achieve release of those claims, through the date of signature, given that he is over 40;

4) If he claims any connection to Minnesota, work or otherwise, such as residency, then compliance with the 15 day waiver requirement on release of MHRA claims as well;


What does that mean?? The discrimination was not based on Age. It was based on a disability.

Thank you for your help.