Age discrimination is an unlawful employer practice in California that can inflict financial and emotional harm on employees. At Fairchild Employment Law, our employment lawyers are passionate about helping victims of age discrimination in San Diego hold employers accountable for their actions. If you’ve been discriminated against because of your age, contact us to discuss how we can fight for your rights. Initial case evaluations with our experienced legal team are free.
Why Choose Fairchild Employment Law?
- We stand with victims of age discrimination in San Diego. Your lawyer will cater to your unique needs during this stressful time with respect, compassion, and a personalized legal plan.
- Our founder, Jillian Fairchild, spent 15 years defending employers. She knows exactly how they think and the tactics they use, giving her a unique advantage in fighting for you.
- Our age discrimination attorneys operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning we don’t charge any fees for our services unless we win the case.
What Is Age Discrimination in the Workplace?
Age discrimination refers to the illegal practice of refusing to hire or taking adverse employment action against an individual in the workplace because of his or her age. Any employee who is 40 years of age or older is protected from age-based discrimination by law.
Under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), employers legally cannot use age as a basis for making employment decisions. This includes hiring, firing, pay, job assignments, and promotion decisions.
Examples of age discrimination in San Diego include treating an older employee worse than other staff members, making disparaging age-related jokes or comments, replacing an older worker with someone younger who has less experience, layoffs targeting older workers, unequal pay due to age, and discrimination based on an older worker’s disability or medical condition.
Legal Remedies Available to You as a Victim of Age Discrimination in San Diego
As an employee in San Diego, you have a legal right to be protected from age-based discrimination and harassment. You also have a right to equal opportunities for job promotions and new training. If you report discriminatory behaviors to HR or a state agency, you are also legally protected from retaliation for this activity.
If you are a victim of age discrimination or retaliation, you may be eligible for financial compensation. You have the right to bring a claim against your employer to hold the company accountable for treating you unfairly based on your age.
A successful claim or lawsuit could result in compensation in the form of backpay, interest, emotional distress, and punitive damages, in some cases. Learn the potential value of your age discrimination claim by contacting our attorneys before accepting a fast settlement from your employer. You may be compensated more than your employer is offering.
Discuss Your Age Discrimination Case With Us for Free in San Diego
If you believe you are experiencing age discrimination in San Diego, protect yourself by contacting Fairchild Employment Law as soon as possible for a free case review. Our employment law attorneys will listen to your story and offer personalized advice about whether you have a claim and, if so, what you should do next. We can help you document and prove discriminatory incidents and report your employer’s misconduct through the proper channels. Then, we can seek a fair recovery for any resulting harm or damages you have suffered because of age discrimination. Contact us today to learn more during a free case evaluation in San Diego.