EMPLOYMENT DISCRIMINATION DEMAND LETTER
State of Kansas
Kansas Act Against Discrimination and Federal Anti-Discrimination Claims
[ATTORNEY/FIRM LETTERHEAD]
[Firm Name]
[Address Line 1]
[City, Kansas ZIP]
Tel: [Phone Number]
Fax: [Fax Number]
[Attorney Email]
[Kansas Bar Number]
VIA CERTIFIED MAIL, RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
AND VIA EMAIL TO: [recipient_email]
[Date]
[Employer Contact Name]
[Title]
[Company Legal Name]
[Company Address]
[City, State ZIP]
Copy to:
[Company General Counsel, if known]
[Registered Agent, if different]
Re: Employment Discrimination Claim of [Client Full Name]
KHRC Complaint No.: [Number, if filed]
EEOC Charge No.: [Number, if filed]
Position: [Job Title]
CONFIDENTIAL SETTLEMENT COMMUNICATION PURSUANT TO FRE 408 / K.S.A. 60-452
Dear [Mr./Ms./Mx. Last Name]:
This firm represents [Client Full Name] ("our client") regarding [his/her/their] claims of unlawful employment discrimination against [Company Legal Name] ("[Company Short Name]" or "the Company"). Our client has been subjected to discrimination based on [his/her/their] [protected class] in violation of the Kansas Act Against Discrimination (K.S.A. 44-1001 et seq.) and federal anti-discrimination statutes.
Please direct all further communications regarding this matter to our office.
I. KANSAS LEGAL FRAMEWORK
A. Kansas Act Against Discrimination (KAAD)
Kansas provides employment discrimination protections through the Kansas Act Against Discrimination. Kansas is a deferral state with a work-sharing agreement with the EEOC.
Coverage:
- Private employers with 4 or more employees (broader than federal)
- State and local government employers
- Employment agencies and labor organizations
Protected Classes Under Kansas Law:
| Protected Class | Statutory Citation |
|---|---|
| Race | K.S.A. 44-1009 |
| Religion | K.S.A. 44-1009 |
| Color | K.S.A. 44-1009 |
| Sex | K.S.A. 44-1009 |
| Disability | K.S.A. 44-1009 |
| National Origin | K.S.A. 44-1009 |
| Ancestry | K.S.A. 44-1009 |
| Age (40-70) | K.S.A. 44-1009 |
| Military Status | K.S.A. 44-1009 |
| Genetic Information | K.S.A. 44-1009 |
Note: Kansas does NOT protect sexual orientation or gender identity under state law.
B. Key Kansas-Specific Features
1. Short Filing Deadline:
- KHRC complaint deadline is only 6 months (180 days) from discriminatory act
2. Age Limits:
- State law protects ages 40-70 (vs. ADEA's 40+ with no upper limit)
3. Coverage:
- Covers employers with 4 or more employees
C. Administrative Exhaustion Requirements
Kansas Human Rights Commission (KHRC):
| Requirement | Standard |
|---|---|
| Filing Deadline | 6 months (180 days) from discriminatory act |
| Investigation | KHRC investigates complaint |
| Hearing | Administrative hearing available |
| Suit Filing Deadline | 90 days from final agency action |
KHRC Contact Information:
- Kansas Human Rights Commission
- 900 SW Jackson, Suite 568-S
- Topeka, KS 66612
- Phone: (785) 296-3206
- Website: khrc.net
EEOC Filing (Cross-Filed with KHRC):
| Requirement | Standard |
|---|---|
| Filing Deadline | 300 days from discriminatory act |
| Cross-Filing | Work-sharing agreement with KHRC |
| Right to Sue Letter | Required for federal court |
| Suit Filing Deadline | 90 days from Right to Sue letter |
II. PROTECTED CLASS STATUS
A. Client's Protected Class
Our client is a member of the following protected class(es):
[ ] Race: [Specify]
[ ] Religion: [Specify]
[ ] Color: [Specify]
[ ] Sex: [Specify, including pregnancy]
[ ] National Origin: [Specify]
[ ] Ancestry: [Specify]
[ ] Age: [Specify - 40-70 for state; 40+ for federal]
[ ] Disability: [Specify condition]
[ ] Military Status: [Specify]
[ ] Genetic Information: [Specify]
B. Evidence of Protected Class Status
[Describe documentation or evidence establishing membership in the protected class]
III. FACTUAL BACKGROUND
A. Employment Relationship
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Employee Name | [Client Full Name] |
| Position/Title | [Job Title] |
| Dates of Employment | [Start Date] to [End Date / Present] |
| Work Location | [Address in Kansas] |
| Salary/Compensation | $[Amount] per [year/hour] |
| Supervisor(s) | [Name(s) and Title(s)] |
B. Summary of Discriminatory Conduct
Our client was subjected to the following adverse employment action(s):
[ ] Failure to Hire: [Describe]
[ ] Termination: [Describe]
[ ] Demotion: [Describe]
[ ] Failure to Promote: [Describe]
[ ] Hostile Work Environment: [Describe]
[ ] Unequal Pay: [Describe]
[ ] Denial of Accommodation: [Describe]
[ ] Retaliation: [Describe]
C. Timeline of Events
| Date | Event | Witness(es) |
|---|---|---|
| [Date] | [Describe discriminatory event] | [Names] |
| [Date] | [Describe adverse employment action] | [Names] |
D. Discriminatory Intent / Disparate Treatment
[Describe direct and circumstantial evidence of discrimination]
IV. LEGAL CLAIMS
A. Violation of Kansas Act Against Discrimination (K.S.A. 44-1009)
[Company Short Name] violated KAAD by discriminating against our client based on [his/her/their] [protected class].
B. Federal Claims (Title VII / ADEA / ADA)
Our client also asserts federal discrimination claims.
C. Retaliation (K.S.A. 44-1009(a)(6))
[If applicable:] [Company Short Name] retaliated against our client for engaging in protected activity.
V. DAMAGES
A. Economic Damages
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Back Pay | $[Amount] |
| Lost Benefits | $[Amount] |
| Front Pay | $[Amount] |
| Economic Subtotal | $[Amount] |
B. Compensatory Damages
Compensatory Damages: $[Amount]
C. Punitive Damages
Title VII Damage Caps:
| Number of Employees | Cap |
|---|---|
| 15-100 | $50,000 |
| 101-200 | $100,000 |
| 201-500 | $200,000 |
| 500+ | $300,000 |
Punitive Damages: $[Amount]
D. Attorney's Fees and Costs
Estimated Fees and Costs: $[Amount]
E. Summary of Damages
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Economic Damages | $[Amount] |
| Compensatory Damages | $[Amount] |
| Punitive Damages | $[Amount] |
| Attorney's Fees | $[Amount] |
| TOTAL | $[Amount] |
VI. SETTLEMENT DEMAND
We demand that [Company Short Name] pay $[Settlement Demand Amount] to settle all claims.
This demand will remain open for twenty-one (21) calendar days, expiring on [Response Deadline Date].
VII. ADMINISTRATIVE STATUS AND LITIGATION POSTURE
A. Agency Filing Status
[ ] KHRC Complaint filed on [Date]
[ ] EEOC Charge filed on [Date]
[ ] Right to Sue obtained on [Date]
B. Litigation Venue
[ ] Kansas District Court, [County] County
[ ] United States District Court for the District of Kansas
VIII. DOCUMENT PRESERVATION
LITIGATION HOLD NOTICE — Preserve all relevant documents and ESI.
Sincerely,
[Attorney Name]
[Title]
[Firm Name]
[Kansas Bar No.]
cc: [Client Name]
KANSAS-SPECIFIC PRACTICE NOTES (Do Not Include in Final Letter)
Key Kansas Considerations
[ ] Deferral State: 300-day EEOC deadline; 180-day KHRC deadline
[ ] Short State Deadline: Only 6 months (180 days) for KHRC
[ ] No Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity: Not protected under state law
[ ] Age Limits: State protects only ages 40-70; ADEA has no upper limit
[ ] Broader Coverage: KAAD covers employers with 4+ employees
Agency Contact Information
Kansas Human Rights Commission:
- 900 SW Jackson, Suite 568-S
- Topeka, KS 66612
- Phone: (785) 296-3206
- Website: khrc.net
EEOC Kansas City Area Office:
- Phone: (800) 669-4000
Statute of Limitations
| Claim | Deadline |
|---|---|
| KHRC Complaint | 180 days (6 months) |
| State Court | 90 days from final action |
| EEOC Charge | 300 days |
| Title VII Suit | 90 days |