Employment Law Newsletters

ADEA

Congress passed the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 to prevent employment discrimination on the basis of age against persons 40 years of age or older. Congress had determined that older workers were finding themselves disadvantaged in their efforts to retain employment or to acquire new employment after losing a job. The Act, which applies to employers with 20 or more employees, was designed to remedy this problem.

Disabilities-Related Pre-Employment Screening

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) was passed to protect most American workers from discrimination on the basis of disabilities. Under the ADA, employers may not deny employment to or take adverse employment action against disabled employees who can perform the essential functions of their jobs with reasonable accommodation. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is tasked with enforcing the ADA.

Parental Status Discrimination--

State Law)

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Temporary Staffing--General Liability

Temporary Staffing--General Liability)

Unemployment Benefits -- Claiming Benefits

Unemployment benefits are not automatic. After losing his job, an individual must formally request benefits. He will submit a claim and, if eligible, receive payments. The amount he receives and the length of time for which he remains eligible will vary based on a number of factors.