EEOC & employment claims
What it means
The respondent’s written explanation of its facts, evidence, defenses, and response to the allegations in an EEOC charge.
Why it matters
The position statement organizes the employer’s response and supporting record. It requires coordinated fact gathering, document review, stakeholder input, deadlines, and consistent preservation of the reasoning behind the response.
Related terms
Charge of Discrimination · Request for Information (RFI)
Source
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission ↗
Last reviewed: July 18, 2026
Operational guidance, not legal advice. The meaning or required response may depend on jurisdiction, facts, agency instructions, and current law.