Title: 6 Examples of Age Discrimination at Work - Wenzel Fenton Cabassa, P.A.
Headings: 6 Examples of Workplace Age Discrimination
6 Examples of Workplace Age Discrimination
Examples of Age Discrimination in the Workplace
Not Hiring Due to Age
Being Laid Off Due to Age
Forcing an Employee to Take Early Retirement
Reducing or Denying Certain Benefits
Being Retaliated Against Because a Claim was Filed
Harassment Due to Age

Content: This act requires employers to pay the same amount for each benefit provided to an older worker that is paid to a younger worker. The benefits cover such areas as: Life Insurance
Health Insurance
Disability
Retirement Benefits
Pensions
The OWBPA does have some exceptions that can be complex. This may include a situation where the older worker receives other benefits from the government or the employer makes up the difference in coverage. An experienced employment law attorney deals with age discrimination cases and can help clients determine if they have a claim. Being Retaliated Against Because a Claim was Filed
If you took action and filed a claim under the ADEA, employers cannot retaliate against you. Retaliation may include a forced retirement, a demotion, a reduction in benefits, or even being fired. Also, if an employer creates what is called a hostile work environment that in essence forces you to quit, this could be considered constructive discharge. Harassment Due to Age
Unfortunately, just like sexism and racism — ageism exists. Employers and managers who single out a specific employee or certain staff members based on their age to harass or demean must be stopped and held accountable for their illegal actions.