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Age discrimination in hiring

Gene G.‐Y. Shen (Department of Management, School of Business Administration and Economics, California State University at Fullerton, Fullerton, California 92634‐9480, USA)
Brian H. Kleiner (Department of Management, School of Business Administration and Economics, California State University at Fullerton, Fullerton, California 92634‐9480, USA)

Equal Opportunities International

ISSN: 0261-0159

Article publication date: 1 December 2001

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Abstract

Outlines the findings of recent research in this area. Provides an overview of the issues faced within the hiring process in relation to age discrimination. Covers areas such as the difference between chronological and functional age and workers’ rights within the various Employment Acts. Gives an overview of the current position within the workforce before discussing the characteristics of older workers and giving some examples of recent case law in this area. Offers some suggestions for employees to help ensure fair hiring.

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Shen, G.G.‐. and Kleiner, B.H. (2001), "Age discrimination in hiring", Equal Opportunities International, Vol. 20 No. 8, pp. 25-32. https://doi.org/10.1108/02610150110786660

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MCB UP Ltd

Copyright © 2001, MCB UP Limited

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