What to do if as a temporary part-time employee, I feel I am being discriminated against for full-time work due to my age?
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What to do if as a temporary part-time employee, I feel I am being discriminated against for full-time work due to my age?
I have been passed over for several full time opportunities in favor of much younger, inexperienced applicants who are paid more than twice my hourly wage. I have been doing this job for nearly 2 years with accolades from my supervisors and co-workers. I’m a 59 year old male in excellent health with more than the required educationl and work experience for the job. A couple of other temporary co-workers have had the same experience and we feel age is the reason we haven’t been seriously considered for these advancements.
Asked on October 18, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Kentucky
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Age discrimination is illegal in employment, as you evidently know. From what you write, you may well have a valid claim, and at appear to have enough to initiate a complaint or lawsuit (called a "prima facie"--think, "on its face"--case), since you have articulated that less experienced and qualified, but younger, employees are getting opportunities denied you. You and your fellow part-timers should either speak with an employment law attorney or contact your state equal/civil rights agency about bringing a complaint.
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