Betty is the HR Director who is trying to hire an employee for a strenuous job that will require a great deal of training over the first few years on the job. The applicant who appears to be most qualified is 58 years old, but she is concerned that the applicant will not be able to handle the physical demands of the position in the long-run. Further, she is concerned that the applicant will only work a few more years before retiring.

Discuss all legal issues and analyze the claim.