Question

Peer has been a production supervisor at a plant for over 20 years. His performance record has been excellent until last year. Peter's manager gave him low ratings during the last performance review. Peter just found out that his company is downsizing and that he is going to be laid off. Peter is 58 years of age. If Peter were to sue his company for discrimination, which of the following law would be most appropriate?

a. Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972
b. Age Discrimination of Employment Act of 1967
c. Job Security Act of 1984
d. Civil Rights Act of 1991
e. Civil Rights Act of 1964

Answer 1

The most appropriate law for Peter to sue his company for discrimination would be the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA).

Step-by-step explanation:

The most appropriate law for Peter to sue his company for discrimination would be the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (option b).

This law prohibits employers from discriminating against individuals who are 40 years of age or older in the hiring, firing, compensation, and other aspects of employment. Since Peter is 58 years old and he believes he is being laid off due to his age, this law would be the most relevant in his situation.

If Peter decides to pursue legal action, he may file a complaint with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) to initiate an investigation against his employer for violation of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.