San Francisco Workplace Age Discrimination Attorneys: Ottinger

Age Discrimination in San Francisco 

Protecting Your Career from Unlawful Treatment 

Age discrimination is a widespread but often overlooked problem in Bay Area workplaces. At Ottinger Employment Lawyers, we have been helping professionals in the Bay Area and across the state protect their rights for more than 25 years. If you suspect you have been treated unfairly because of your age, you have legal options. 

Understanding Age Discrimination 

Under California law, including the Fair Employment and Housing Act, it is illegal for an employer to take adverse action against an employee because of their age. Federal law through the Age Discrimination in Employment Act provides additional protections for workers over forty. Discrimination can take many forms, including being passed over for promotions, demoted, pushed out during downsizing, or subjected to biased remarks about your age or abilities. 

How Age Discrimination Cases Are Proven 

Evidence is crucial to proving age discrimination. There are two common ways cases are supported: patterns in company behavior and specific comments. Statistical trends, such as multiple employees over forty being let go while younger employees remain, can be powerful evidence. Remarks or commentary about your age, speed, adaptability, or retirement plans should be documented carefully. Keeping a detailed log of what was said, by whom, and when can strengthen your case. 

What You Can Expect 

Age discrimination cases can be challenging to prove, but with strong evidence, they are winnable. Successful claims may result in compensation for lost wages, emotional distress, or other damages. The process involves assessing the pattern of treatment, gathering evidence, and evaluating the impact on your career. Experienced legal counsel can guide you through the process and help determine if pursuing a claim is the right step. 

Protecting Yourself and Your Career 

If you believe you have been subjected to age discrimination in San Francisco or the surrounding Bay Area, Ottinger Employment Lawyers can help. We work closely with clients to document discrimination, evaluate their legal options, and pursue justice when employers violate the law. 

Your consultation is confidential. Contact us today to discuss your situation and take steps to protect your career.