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deferral state
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A quick definition of deferral state:
A deferral state is a state that has its own laws against discrimination and a system for enforcing those laws. Under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), if someone wants to file a lawsuit for age discrimination, they may have to first go through the state's process before they can file a federal lawsuit. This is called a deferral state because the federal lawsuit is deferred until the state remedies have been exhausted.
A more thorough explanation:
A deferral state is a state that has its own anti-discrimination legislation and enforcement mechanism under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA). This means that the time to file a federal lawsuit under the ADEA is postponed until state remedies have been exhausted.
For example, if an employee in a deferral state believes they have been discriminated against based on their age, they must first file a complaint with the state agency responsible for enforcing anti-discrimination laws. Only after exhausting all state remedies can the employee file a federal lawsuit under the ADEA.
This process ensures that the state has the opportunity to address the issue before it is taken to a federal level. It also allows for a more efficient use of resources by avoiding duplicate investigations and potential conflicting outcomes.