Bellco Credit Union Pays $57,250 To Settle Age Discrimination Lawsuit
Bellco Credit Union will pay $57,250 to settle an age discrimination lawsuit which was filed by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission ("EEOC") on behalf of a 61-year-old bank teller was fired because of her age. The lawsuit was filed under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act ("ADEA") which prohibits employment discrimination because of age. The ADEA applies to males and females over the age of 40.
Age discrimination seems to be a growing problem in Illinois and throughout the country. Because the unemployment rate is over 10%, many employers believe they can treat employees in a harsh and discriminatory fashion and not face any consequences. With cuts in both the state and federal budgets, many agencies don't have the resources to properly investigate claims of age discrimination and other forms of discrimination. It is important to get an employment lawyer involved early in the process to protect your rights and get the compensation you deserve.
“The EEOC takes age discrimination, and all discrimination, very seriously. In these economically challenging times, fair treatment by employers is more important than ever." said
Rayford Irvin, Acting Director of the EEOC's Phoenix District Office.
Bellco also agreed as part of the settlement to post its anti-discrimination policy, make reports to the EEOC, and provide training about anti-discrimination laws to management and employees.
