What is the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)?

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) is a federal law that protects individuals from discrimination in employment based on age. This law applies to employers with 20 or more employees in New Hampshire. The ADEA forbids employers from discriminating against job applicants or employees who are 40 years of age or older. This means that employers must treat applicants and employees fairly regardless of their age. The ADEA protects applicants and employees from discrimination in pay, job assignments, promotions, training, layoffs, and termination. It also prohibits employers from asking job applicants about their age or date of birth. Additionally, employers may not use age as a factor in a hiring or firing decision. Employers may not retaliate against an individual who files a complaint under the ADEA. The ADEA applies to both public and private employers, labor organizations, and employment agencies in New Hampshire and all other states. If an employer is found to have violated the ADEA, they may have to pay the employee a penalty, compensate them for any damages, or give them their job back. Individuals who believe that they have been discriminated against in the workplace due to their age may file a complaint with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. This commission is responsible for enforcing the ADEA and other federal laws on discrimination in the workplace.

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