ADEA Facts

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) prohibits age discrimination against employees and applicants age 40 or older.  In some instances, there are exceptions, such as if an employee’s age affects his/her ability to perform certain jobs effectively.

So who exactly is a regulated employer?  Regulated employers include:

• private employers with 20 or more employees
• state and local governments
• employment agencies, and
• labor organizations.

Who is considered a covered worker?  To be protected under the ADEA, a worker must be:

• be a current or prospective employee of a covered employer
• be at least 40 years old or older.

What's prohibited?  The ADEA applies to all aspects of employment including:

• hiring
• firing
• compensation
• benefits
• job assignment and transfers
• employee classifications
• promotions
• layoffs and recalls
• training and apprenticeship programs
• retirement plans, and
• time off.

The ADEA also prohibits employers from retaliating against employees who complain of age discrimination or otherwise assert their rights.

If you are the victim of age discrimination, please contact Ambuter Law for your free case evaluation.