The Civil Rights Act:

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The Civil Rights Act permits protected groups to have a jury trial and sue for punitive damages if they can prove they are victims of intentional hiring or workplace discrimination. Option A is incorrect as the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) provides protection for employees over 40 years of age with regard to employee benefits. Option B is incorrect as the Civil Rights Act places an upper limit on the amount of damages a victim of nonracial, intentional discrimination can collect. Option D is incorrect as the burden of proof is on the employer, not the plaintiff, in intentional discrimination lawsuits.