Carmen has been employed at a food processing plant for over 35 years. She loves the work and the people, so the company's policy forcing her to retire when she turns 60 next year makes her sad
Recently, however, a friend said she is protected by law and can't be forced to retire. What law protects Carmen?
A) Sarbanes-Oxley Act
B) Civil Rights Act
C) Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)
D) Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA)
E) Worker Adjustment & Retraining Notification Act
Answer: C
Explanation: C) ADEA was originally passed in 1967 and amended in 1978 and 1986. The law restricts mandatory retirement.
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