ASSOCIATION WITH A PERSON IDENTIFIED ON THE BASIS OF AN ATTRIBUTE - CASE STUDIES

The following case studies are based on matters which have been received by the Anti-Discrimination Commission Queensland. They are provided as a guide to the range of outcomes which can be achieved, and kinds of issues raised.

Discrimination by association - Son and parents denied loan

A 27 year old man applied for a loan from a major financial institution with his parents, who were aged 51 and 70.They were refused the loan and claimed that they were told "Your age is against you " by the loans officer. All three lodged a complaint, the parents on the basis of age and the son on the basis of his association with the parents. The respondent financial institution denied any liability whatsoever, but following a conciliation conference agreed to pay the complainants the sum of $5,500.00.

This information is intended as a guide only. It is not a substitute for legal advice. For more information contact the Commission on 1300 130 670 statewide or Teletypewriter 1300 130 680 statewide.