Jean-Louis Bruyere v. Pet-Ag, Inc.

Kansas City, Kansas civil rights lawyers represented Plaintiff who sued Defendant on a job discrimination theory.



Job discrimination based on age is illegal in the United States. The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967 prohibits employers from discriminating against individuals who are 40 years of age or older in any aspect of employment, including hiring, firing, promotion, compensation, benefits, and training.



There are some exceptions to the ADEA, such as when age is a bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ) for the job. For example, an airline may be able to require pilots to be at least a certain age because of safety concerns.



If you believe that you have been discriminated against in the workplace because of your age, you can file a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The EEOC will investigate your complaint and, if it finds that you have been discriminated against, it will attempt to reach a settlement with your employer. If a settlement cannot be reached, you may be able to file a lawsuit in federal court.



Here are some of the signs that you may be a victim of age discrimination in the workplace:



You are passed over for a promotion that you are qualified for.

You are denied a raise or other form of compensation.

You are subjected to age-related comments or jokes.

You are isolated from other employees or treated differently.

You are fired or laid off for reasons that seem unrelated to your performance.



If you experience any of these things, it is important to document them. Keep a record of the dates, times, and people involved in each incident. You should also keep copies of any relevant documents, such as performance reviews or emails.



If you believe that you have been discriminated against in the workplace, you should contact an employment lawyer to discuss your legal options.



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07/10/2023 23 ORDER ADMINISTRATIVELY CLOSING CASE: Parties shall file stipulation of dismissal by 7/31/2023. Signed by District Judge Toby Crouse on 7/10/2023. (kas) (Entered: 07/10/2023)