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Age discrimination occurs when an employer treats an employee or job applicant less favorably because they are age 40 or older. Discrimination can affect hiring, promotions, compensation, discipline, layoffs, job assignments, training opportunities, and termination.
While employers may make legitimate business decisions, they cannot rely on stereotypes about older workers being less productive, resistant to technology, or nearing retirement.
Both the federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) and the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD) provide protections, but the NJLAD generally offers broader coverage by applying to employers of all sizes.
Employees in New Jersey are protected by both federal and state laws:
Learn more about how these protections apply broadly across New Jersey workplaces on our Employment Law page.
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Age discrimination is not always obvious. It often develops through a pattern of workplace decisions rather than one isolated incident.
Common examples include:
These behaviors may also be accompanied by retaliation learn more on our Retaliation page.
We provide comprehensive representation and support:
If you’re in the early stages of an EEOC complaint, check out our EEOC Conciliation guide to understand the resolution process.
Time matters in employment law. Contact an attorney if:
Strict filing deadlines apply, especially under federal law. Don’t wait.
Document everything: Write down comments, emails, evaluations, and incidents.
Compare treatment: Look for younger employees in similar roles being treated differently.
Submit internal complaints and retain a copy for your records.
Consult a New Jersey age discrimination lawyer to evaluate your options and build your case.
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Employees may experience more than one form of workplace discrimination. Depending on the facts of your case, additional protections under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination may apply.
Unlawful treatment based on race, ethnicity, or racial characteristics in hiring, promotions, discipline, compensation, or termination.
Protection for employees facing adverse treatment because of pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions.
Legal representation for employees denied reasonable accommodations or treated unfairly because of a physical or mental disability.
Protection against discrimination based on sex, gender identity, gender expression, or related characteristics.
Representation involving discrimination because of ancestry, birthplace, ethnicity, accent, or national origin.
Legal guidance for employees facing discrimination because of sincerely held religious beliefs or practices.
Protection for employees subjected to unequal treatment because of sexual orientation.
Representation for employees experiencing discrimination based on ethnic background, ancestry, or cultural identity.
Age discrimination claims frequently overlap with other employment law matters.
Age discrimination is one form of unlawful workplace discrimination protected under federal and New Jersey law.
Employees who are fired because of their age may have wrongful termination claims.
Employers cannot legally retaliate against employees for reporting age discrimination or participating in an investigation.
Repeated age-related jokes, insults, or offensive comments may contribute to a hostile work environment.
Some age discrimination claims require filing with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission before pursuing litigation.
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