Legal perspectives on age discrimination: a comparative study of the German case
Abstract
This contribution analyses the topic of age discrimination in the workplace. After an introduction to the problem and a comparative analysis of the legal landscape in different states, the specific case of age discrimination in the context of German labour law, both before and after the C-518/22 judgment, is analysed. In particular, the judgment raises important questions on the compatibility between national legislation and the European legal framework, emphasising the delicate balance between protection against age and disability discrimination.
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