ABA Family Legal Guide

The Rights of Older Americans

Age Discrimination on the Job

What to Do if You Are Discriminated Against

Are state age discrimination laws identical to the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)?

Not necessarily, and not all states have such laws. It is important to check the applicable laws in your state. Some state statutes offer different protection or more protection against discrimination than the ADEA. If this is the case, you may be able to bring an action under a state law that you would not be able to bring under the ADEA.