Age discrimination

An experienced attorney ready to fight for victims of age discrimination

Unlike other forms of discrimination, age discrimination is something everyone could potentially face. Fortunately, all employees are protected by law. The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) shields workers by prohibiting employers from discriminating against employees over 40 in the terms and conditions of employment.

Provisions in the ADEA protect workers from any adverse employment action taken against them because of their age. A few examples of age discrimination might include:

• Older employees are laid off in disproportionate numbers in a company downsizing, while younger workers remain in their jobs.
• The boss terminates an employee after having made comments about his or her age and encouraging the employee to retire.
• An employee is passed over for a promotion because the company hired a younger, less qualified person.

You should be aware that a company cannot terminate older employees on the grounds that providing benefits for them is too expensive, according to the ADEA. An employer must provide equal benefits for all employees or pay the same benefit costs for older and younger workers, according to the ''equal benefits or equal cost'' rule.

The ADEA includes several exceptions in terms of protecting workers. For example, police or fire department employees may have age requirements.

Companies also may offer early retirement to save money or avoid involuntary layoffs. Offering voluntary retirement to an employee does not violate the ADEA, but forcing a worker into retirement does.

If you or a loved one is a victim of age discrimination, you need a qualified lawyer on your side. We understand how difficult it can be. Call today.

Every age discrimination victim has the right to see that the law is applied fairly to all, not only to big companies with their own legal teams or to insurance companies. At the Law Offices of James Morris, we will be honest with you about your case, your legal options, and how we can help. Contact us today, in full confidentiality. Call (800) 477-9044. Your initial consultation is free. And if we do take your case, we don't get paid unless you win. The client may be responsible for disbursements advanced on the case.