Kiplinger

Many older Americans face age bias in the workplace even though federal law prohibits discriminating against workers 40 and older.

From buzzy fluorescent lights to co-worker chatter and pinging texts, the noise in a typical office adds up. And it can damage your productivity … and your health, too.

Employers can’t afford to do these seven things. And if you are a worker wondering if you have grounds for an age discrimination lawsuit, start taking notes!

Two employment attorneys weigh in with their legal viewpoints for employers and their workers. As a bonus, we touch base with a professor of psychology for some insights on where people’s heads may be on this issue.

The new book “Good Guys, How Men Can Be Better Allies for Women in the Workplace” has practical advice to help level the playing field, including a list of things than men should not do.