Addressing Age Discrimination in the Modern New York Workplace

Age discrimination remains a significant issue in workplaces across New York despite laws designed to protect older employees. As businesses adapt to changing technologies and workforce dynamics, some employers unfairly favor younger workers, overlooking the experience and contributions of older employees. This blog discusses what constitutes age discrimination, how to recognize...

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What Does the Older Workers Benefit Protection Act Do?

The Older Workers Benefit Protection Act (OWBPA), passed in 1990, amends the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967. It protects workers aged 40 and older from discrimination related to benefits and severance agreements. The OWBPA ensures these workers get fair benefits and fully understand the implications before waiving their...

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EEOC Sues NYC Security Company for Disability and Age Discrimination

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently announced it filed a lawsuit in federal court against Maximum Security NYC, Inc., alleging disability and age discrimination. While the employment watchdog has broad enforcement powers, employees in New York also have strong legal protections under state and city laws. If you have suffered...

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EEOC Files Age Discrimination Lawsuit Against New York City Restaurant

In April, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) filed a lawsuit against Hillstone Restaurant Group, Inc. alleging the company violated federal law by refusing to hire applicants aged 40 and over for front-out-the-house positions at its two New York City locations because of their age.

While the outcome...

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Amendments to New Jersey Law Against Discrimination Expand Protections Against Age Discrimination

On October 5, 2021, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation that amended the state’s Law Against Discrimination (LAD) to expand protections against age discrimination. In short, the new law bars employment discrimination against workers age 70 and over and broadens the remedies victims of age discrimination can pursue to obtain...

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