11.14 Age Discrimination-Damages-Willful Discrimination-Liquidated Damages is a type of damages awarded to an individual who has experienced age discrimination in the workplace. This type of damages may be sought when an employer has intentionally discriminated against an employee or job applicant based on their age. In cases of willful discrimination, employers may be liable for liquidated damages, which are a predetermined amount of money specified in the law. In some cases, employers may be held liable for punitive damages, which are intended to punish the employer for their unlawful behavior. Additionally, plaintiffs may be entitled to back pay, front pay, and compensatory damages.
11.14 Age Discrimination-Damages-Willful Discrimination-Liquidated Damages is a type of damages awarded to an individual who has experienced age discrimination in the workplace. This type of damages may be sought when an employer has intentionally discriminated against an employee or job applicant based on their age. In cases of willful discrimination, employers may be liable for liquidated damages, which are a predetermined amount of money specified in the law. In some cases, employers may be held liable for punitive damages, which are intended to punish the employer for their unlawful behavior. Additionally, plaintiffs may be entitled to back pay, front pay, and compensatory damages.
