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What is Age Bias?
Age bias is a serious form of discrimination. Many older workers are subjected to age bias when looking for a job and while employed. However, federal law prohibits age bias in the workplace.
What is the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)?
The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) was passed by Congress in 1967. This law protects people who are 40 years of age or older from workplace discrimination based on age. Under the ADEA, it is illegal to discriminate against older workers when hiring or firing employees. Employers also must not discriminate when assigning benefits, job assignments, or training.
What is the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)?
The ADEA is enforced by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). In 2007, the EEOC received over 19,000 complaints concerning age bias. After an initial investigation, the EEOC found enough evidence to proceed with roughly half of these claims, and resolved about 6,000 claims. The EEOC recovered over $66 million through mediation and settlements in 2007. This does not include money recovered through lawsuits filed by the EEOC or the employees.
State Age Bias Laws
In addition to the ADEA, many states have passed their own age bias laws. Some of these state laws offer more protections than the federal law. If you believe you are the victim of age bias, your first step should be to consult with an attorney to determine your best course of action.
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