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The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) is a federal statute that prohibits employment discrimination against persons 40 years of age or older. The ADEA is located in the United States Code, beginning at 29 U.S.C. §621.

In Ohio, as in all states, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) provides federal protections for employees and job applicants who are 40 years of age or older from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, compensation, or terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. The ADEA applies to employers with 20 or more employees, including state and local governments, employment agencies, and labor organizations. Additionally, Ohio state law, specifically the Ohio Fair Employment Practice Law (Ohio Revised Code Chapter 4112), also prohibits age discrimination and often provides similar protections as the ADEA. This state law applies to employers with four or more employees, thus offering broader coverage than the federal statute. Victims of age discrimination in Ohio may seek remedies including reinstatement, back pay, and in some cases, may also recover legal fees.

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Understanding the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)

For many, age can be a barrier to employment opportunities due to unfounded prejudices or biases. Recognizing the need to protect older workers from unfair treatment, Congress passed the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) in 1967.

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