Mr. Rivela discusses the charge investigation process of EEOC cases beginning with the initial filing, how to file a charge and who and where to file the charge. In Texas, generally the charge must be filed within 300 days of alleged unlawful employment practice. An employer must have more than 15 employees to be bound by EEOC laws. Forms are provided in paper. Requirements of a charge: must be in writing under oath or affirmation and contain such information and be in such form as the Commission requires. Discusses 29 C.F.R. § 1626.8(a) and (b). Speaker discusses landmark case Federal Exp. Corp. v. Holowecki, 128 S. Ct. 1147, 1159 (2008). Speaker explains the difference between Freedom of Information Act and Section 83 processing, who can request file and what will not be produced. Mediation is very successful, but must be done at the beginning of a case.