Problem
Examine the federal laws prohibiting certain types of employment discrimination. The article below suggests these lawsuits will increase significantly, due to the COVID pandemic. After reading the article below, answer these questions, or post a response to another student's post.
a) What will the plaintiff's in age discrimination suits need to prove? Refer (cite) both the the lecture and textbook when discussing each element that must be proven.
b) Is the "Safe to Work Act" mentioned at the end of the article a good idea? Or, is there an argument to be made that employers should abide by the ADEA even if the Safe to Work Act is passed? Explain your answer from the perspective of a business owner.
Article: A flood of age discrimination lawsuits is expected from COVID-19 and the economic downturn By Harris Meyer.
The response must include a reference list. Using one-inch margins, double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.