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From a business's perspective, what should I do if someone files a charge against my company?
You may want to notify your human resources department or legal counsel for assistance. Most importantly, do not ignore the Commission’s requests for information. The Commission investigator’s role is to receive both sides of the story, so if the Respondent (in this example, the employer) does not provide information, then the Commission only has the charging party’s side of the story to rely on. Also, please be aware that Ohio’s laws against discrimination prohibit unlawful retaliation, so be careful not to retaliate against the individual who filed the charge, or individuals who participate in the Commission’s investigatory process.