Although discrimination against people with disabilities is strictly prohibited in the workplace and the job search arena, many disabled persons still suffer from discrimination. Many of these individuals find it difficult finding or keeping a job on account of their disability.
It is unlawful for companies to discriminate against some of their employees simply because they possess certain disabilities. As long as you have the needed skills and qualifications, you can still keep your job despite your disability.
If you are over 40 years of age and seeking employment, it is possible for you to be discriminated against in the job market or in the workplace because of your age. Nonetheless, age discrimination is strictly prohibited in the workplace.
You may come across some companies that post job notices with certain age preferences indicated in them. However indicating age preferences in job postings is unlawful as stated by the ADEA or the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967.
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