California Law: Age Discrimination Protections for Employees 40 and Older

Age discrimination is a serious offense in California, especially once an employee reaches the age of 40, gaining them a “protected class” status. This grants them certain rights against unfair treatment based on age. If you feel you’ve faced unjust actions like termination, denial of benefits, or different treatment solely due to your age, the law is on your side.

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Understanding Age Discrimination in California

Age discrimination occurs when actions are taken to hinder an employee’s opportunities for success based solely on their age. It’s outlawed under California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), with federal laws also forbidding age-based discriminatory conduct. The manifestations of age discrimination can significantly vary depending on the employer, employee, and workplace.

In California, it’s illegal for employers to:

• Make hiring decisions based on age
• Base promotions on age
• Withhold promotions or advancements due to age
• Terminate employees because of their age
• Refuse pay increases due to age
• Deny benefits because of age

For further inquiries on age discrimination, call Law Offices of Kyle K. Lauby Employment Attorneys at 888-888-8888.

Age Discrimination Enforcement by the Department of Fair Employment and Housing:

California’s state agencies, namely the Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) and the Fair Employment and Housing Commission (FEHC), actively enforce age discrimination laws:

• The DFEH prosecutes age discrimination cases.
• The FEHC rules on age discrimination cases.

These cases can be pursued in administrative hearings or courts, with compensation possibly covering:

• Back pay
• Reinstatement to prior position
• Advancements and promotions that were denied due to discriminatory conduct
• Monetary damages up to $150,000 for emotional distress in administrative hearings
• Unlimited monetary damages in court proceedings
• Punitive damages in especially severe cases
• Other damages as applicable – Contact Law Offices of Kyle K. Lauby today at 888-888-8888

Reach Out to Law Offices of Kyle K. Lauby for a Free Age Discrimination Case Review:

The Law Offices of Kyle K. Lauby is a dedicated and result-driven plaintiff’s rights employment law firm based in Southern California. We prioritize personalized attention, ensuring responsible parties are held accountable for their harmful actions. We offer a free consultation to discuss your case and review your options. No upfront fees are required for cases accepted on a contingency basis; legal fees and costs are only deducted upon settlement, court award, judgment, or alternative dispute resolution. To schedule your free consultation, call Law Offices of Kyle K. Lauby at 888-888-8888.