 | Age discrimination in employment
Whenever age becomes a factor, instead of skills and qualifications, in determining a person's job status with a company, it's known as age discrimination.
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| Does the False Claims Act cover tax fraud?
The False Claims Act does not include tax fraud. Section 3729e (3-7-2-9 E) explicitly states that the provisions under the Act 'do not apply to claims, records, or statements made under the Internal Revenue Code.
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| Alcohol or drug use
Employers recognize that substance abuse in the workplace can often lead to absenteeism, tardiness, sick leave, increased safety risks, and overall lower productivity.
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| Employment discrimination
The use of any employment selection procedure based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability is considered illegal under federal law.
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| Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA)
The Employment Retirement Income Security Act, also known as ERISA, was enacted by Congress to set uniform standards for the administering of employee benefit plans by private employers and insurance companies.
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