In 2018, Alex Gutierrez was celebrating his birthday at work with colleagues when his manager asked him about his intentions to retire. He was 68 years old.

He was informed the company’s policy was that employees retire at 65 years old. A loyal employee, Gutierrez began working with the shipping company in 2003 as chief accountant.

Alex Gutierrez won a landmark age discrimination case against his former employer.Credit: Edwina........

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