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Do You Suffer from Age Bias in the Workplace?
Employment-related age bias is a form of discrimination that many people are the victim of. However, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) prohibits age-related discrimination in the workplace. If you are the victim of age bias, you should contact the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
The goal of the ADEA is to put you in the same position as you would have been if there were no discrimination. For example, if you were fired because of your age, one remedy is to re-hire you and put you back in your old job. You also may recover back pay for the wages and benefits you lost.
The EEOC will generally try to accomplish this by mediating between you and your employer. The EEOC has had great success with this method – in 2007 alone, the EEOC recovered over $66 million in age bias-related mediation. However, if mediation is not appropriate or is unsuccessful, a lawsuit may be filed against your employer. While the EEOC will sometimes file a lawsuit on your behalf, you also have the right to sue your employer.
Finally, many states have enacted their own age discrimination laws. These laws vary from state to state, and some offer greater protections than the ADEA. Therefore, it is always a good idea to consult with a lawyer if you have been the victim of age bias. An experienced attorney can review your situation, and advise you whether you should pursue your claim under federal or state laws.
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