Age Bias? Prove It.

From Inside E Street

A recent Supreme Court case created a tougher burden of proof for plaintiffs in age bias cases. That decision may cause a ripple effect in other types of discrimination disputes.

Small Businesses Are Thriving

By Carol Kauffmann

Author Robert Spector discusses why some mom-and-pop stores continue to soar in a downward economy.

Unemployment Compensation and Social Security Retirement Income

By Bob Skladany

Learn how receiving unemployment benefits affects Social Security retirement payments.

Should I Take a Pay Cut?

By Bob Skladany

If you were unemployed and had been out of work for several months, would you accept a 20-percent, 30-percent, or 40-percent reduction in pay?

Real Relief

In these uncertain economic times, AARP and the AARP Foundation stand ready to help you stay focused on your long-term financial goals while providing you with immediate solutions and assistance.

Severance Pay: What You Should Know

By Bob Skladany

Large employers often have established and formal severance-pay policies, which are based on a formula factoring in length of service, pay level, and job category.

What to Do If You've Lost Your Job

By AARP Education & Outreach

Use this checklist for suggestions on immediate steps to take along with longer-term ideas for dealing with unemployment.

What to Do if Your Former Employer Goes Bankrupt

By AARP Education & Outreach

If your former employer goes bankrupt, it could affect two important benefits that you might have: defined benefit pension plan benefits and retiree health benefits.