A California firm faced off in federal court in San Francisco this week against 14,000 plaintiffs over the age of 40, who argue that its hiring tools turbocharge illegal discrimination. 

<p>A California firm faced off in federal court in San Francisco this week against 14,000 plaintiffs over the age of 40, who argue that its hiring tools turbocharge illegal discrimination.&nbsp;</p>

KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.

<p>KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.</p>