Age Discrimination
Definition:
When an individual does not get a job based on their age, it is called age
discrimination. People over the age of 40 are protected from age
discrimination under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA).
This act applies for hiring, termination and other employment actions based
on a worker's age. Under this age discrimination act,
an employer may not fire or treat employees any differently than others
just because of age.
Consequences of Age Discrimination:
Age discrimination can cause an employee to lose their job for a factor that has nothing to do with their performance. An employee is a victim of age discrimination if:
- Budget problems lead an employer to fire an older employee to keep the younger ones who get paid less
- An employer turns down an employee for a promotion and instead hires someone younger to get "new blood"
- An employer hires some other younger-looking person
What a Lawyer can do for you:
Employers are prohibited from discriminating against any employee just because they are over 40 years old. That doesn't mean it doesn't happen. A discrimination attorney can help you protect your rights against age discrimination. A discrimination lawyer can work with individuals to prove that an employee has experienced adverse action in favor of younger employees.Lawyer Referral Service:
If you are a victim of age discrimination at work and need to get representation from a discrimination lawyer, contact Attorney Search Network. Attorney Search Network will refer you find an experienced age discrimination attorney who can help you.
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