Both federal and state laws prohibit discrimination based on age and protect employees who are age 40 or over. Age can’t be used as a basis to not hire an employee or as a basis to discharge or discipline an employee. Age also can’t be used as a basis to set compensation or other terms and conditions of employment.

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