The Older Workers Benefits Protection Act (OWBPA)

The Older Workers Benefits Protection Act (OWBPA) is a federal law that protects employees over the age of 40 from discrimination in the provision of employee benefits. Here are five key points to keep in mind when bringing a claim under this law:

• You must show that your employer provided you with less favorable benefits than younger employees.
• You must show that the discrimhation was intentional.
• You can seek back pay, damages, and attorney’s fees if you are successful in your claim.
• You must file a charge with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) before filing a lawsuit.
• You may also have a claim under state law, such as under the New Jersey Law Against