Category: Employment law

What are some examples of age discrimination under the Age Discrimination Employment Act? Discuss when age can be a bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ). As the head of human resources, what recommendations would you have to prevent your company from violating this act?
Journal posts should be at least 500 words and have at least one supporting reference. Journal posts should include a full coversheet – including your name – and double-space all submissions.

You are the human resource manager of Bird Dog Freight, a large, long-haul trucking company. It is your responsibility to ensure you consider all legal ramifications of hiring, or not hiring, candidates for employment to protect and balance the rights of both the company and the candidate.
You are looking to hire Susan Florence as a new long-haul driver. Susan is a 58-year-old African American with an exceptional resume and extensive long-haul experience.
Your company required a physical as part of the hiring process and during the physical, Susan revealed she has lupus. In his evaluation, the doctor stated concerns that her age and health may affect her driving ability.
First, provide a detailed, written assessment to the Bird Dog Freight CEO describing potential legal concerns regarding Susan’s hiring or non-hiring. This may be in either email or memorandum format. Be sure to explicitly indicate any statutes and laws (federal or from your own state) concerning discrimination that are applicable in this case.
Next, recommend a course of action to the CEO regarding the hiring of Susan, and fully explain your position. Be sure to indicate how Affirmative Action policies may factor into Susan’s hiring or non-hiring. Your recommendation must paint a picture for the CEO so he fully understands the ramifications of hiring or not hiring Susan.
Your project must be a minimum of three written pages. You must use at least two academically reliable sources to support your analysis and recommendation. All sources used must have citations and references formatted in APA Style. APA formatting of your project is otherwise not required.

Project Overview: 
Conduct an in-depth analysis of a mid-sized business’s employment practices (in other words
pick a company to analyze) to ensure compliance with relevant employment laws. The project
will encompass research, legal analysis, and strategic recommendations. This project aims to
synthesize theoretical knowledge with practical application, enhancing students’
understanding of employment law and its implications in the business environment.   
Objectives:
1. To understand and apply key employment laws affecting businesses.
2. To develop skills in legal research and analysis.
3. To evaluate real-world business practices for legal compliance.
4. To provide strategic recommendations for improving compliance and mitigating legal risks.
1.
Company Selection and Introduction 
a. Select a mid-sized business (50-500 employees) in any industry. 
b. Provide a brief introduction to the company, including its history, size, industry,
and workforce demographics. 
2. Legal Framework Overview 
a. Identify and explain the primary employment laws relevant to the business
(e.g., FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Title VII, ADEA). 
b. Discuss how these laws apply to the company’s operations and workforce. 
3. Compliance Analysis 
a. Assess the company’s current employment practices for compliance with the
identified laws. 
b. Use at least three real or hypothetical scenarios/case studies involving common
employment issues (e.g., discrimination, wage and hour disputes, wrongful
termination). 
c. Analyze each scenario to determine if the company’s actions comply with legal
requirements. 
4. Risk Assessment 
a. Identify potential legal risks and areas of non-compliance within the company’s
employment practices. 
b. Evaluate the possible legal consequences and financial implications of these
risks. 
5. Strategic Recommendations 
a. Develop strategic recommendations to address the identified risks and improve
compliance. 
b. Include policies, training programs, and procedural changes that the company
should implement. 
c. Discuss the benefits of these recommendations for the company, its
employees, and stakeholders. 
6. Implementation Plan 
a. Outline a step-by-step plan for implementing the recommended changes. 
b. Include timelines, responsible parties, and necessary resources. 
c. Discuss potential challenges in implementation and suggest solutions to
overcome them. 
7. Reflection and Learning Outcomes 
a. Reflect on the learning experience gained through this project. 
b. Discuss how the project has enhanced your understanding of employment law
and its application in real-world business scenarios.
Select a mid-sized business (50-500 employees) in any industry.