Raytheon Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Alleged Age Discrimination
AARP Foundation and law firms accuse defense giant of excluding older job seekers in favor of recent graduates.
Overview
- The lawsuit claims Raytheon’s job ads deter applicants over 40 by specifying recent graduates or limited work experience.
- Plaintiff Mark Goldstein, 67, alleges he was repeatedly rejected despite meeting all other qualifications.
- The EEOC previously found Raytheon's hiring practices violated the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.
- The suit seeks policy changes and compensation for affected workers.
- Raytheon denies the allegations, asserting compliance with age discrimination laws.