What are the ways a Senior can prove they were denied employment due to age discrimination?
Age discrimination in hiring is unlawful; however, proving it has been historically demanding. Thanks to new laws passed in 2019, it is immensely uncomplicated for those discriminated against to pursue compensation. If you think you were passed over for a job or discriminated against because of your age, an age discrimination lawyer can help. Some steps must be taken to demonstrate age discrimination in employing using the disparate treatment theory:
• You have to prove that you were at least 40 years old at the time of the discrimination.
• You need to prove that you are otherwise thoroughly eligible for the position.
• You should show that you underwent an adverse employment action such as a demotion.
• You will require proving that your age led your employer (or potential employer) to make their decision. To verify age discrimination based on the disparate impact theory, you merely need to show the actual practice that has a disparate impact on 40 year-olds or older.