If the EEOC finds discrimination, who among the staffing firm and client may be held accountable?

When the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) finds evidence of discrimination, both the staffing firm and the client may be held accountable. This is due to the concept of joint employment, where both entities share responsibilities concerning the employment of the individual.

In staffing arrangements, while the staffing firm is often seen as the employer of record, the client also has significant influence over the work environment and conditions under which the employee operates. This means that if a discrimination claim arises, both parties can face liability for discriminatory practices, depending on the specific circumstances of the employment relationship and the nature of the discrimination.

Additionally, the EEOC aims to protect employees from unfair treatment in the workplace, holding all relevant parties accountable helps to ensure that both staffing firms and clients adhere to anti-discrimination laws. Thus, the possibility of both the staffing firm and the client being held accountable supports a stronger enforcement of employment rights and protections for individuals.