Pleasantville Age Discrimination Attorneys
Age discrimination continues to impact workers across Pleasantville, NJ. If you have been denied a job, fired, or treated unfairly because of your age, Castronovo & McKinney, LLC will protect your rights.
Our attorneys specialize in employment law and have a proven record of holding employers accountable for illegal age-based decisions. We understand the laws, the tactics employers use to hide discrimination, and the strategies needed to secure fair outcomes—through negotiation or litigation.
Legal Protections Against Age Discrimination
Workers in Pleasantville are protected under both federal and state laws:
- Federal Law (ADEA): The Age Discrimination in Employment Act prohibits employers with 20 or more employees from discriminating against workers age 40 or older in hiring, firing, pay, promotions, training, and layoffs. The Older Workers Benefits Protection Act safeguards older employees’ benefits from unfair reduction.
- New Jersey Law (LAD): The Law Against Discrimination covers all employers in New Jersey, protecting individuals between 18 and 70 from age-based discrimination. Employers cannot refuse to hire, terminate, or treat employees differently due to age.
Both laws also ban age-related harassment that creates a hostile work environment or affects employment conditions.
Recognizing Age Discrimination in Pleasantville
Age discrimination can appear in various forms, including:
- Favoring younger candidates during hiring
- Targeting older employees for layoffs
- Denying training or promotions
- Excluding older workers from projects or meetings
- Pressuring employees to retire prematurely
Even when disguised as “restructuring” or “lack of work,” such actions can be illegal.
Example Case
For instance, Robert Braden was terminated under a “reduction in force” claim, only for his position to be filled within a year. This illustrates how age discrimination often hides behind company policies.
How Castronovo & McKinney, LLC Can Help
If you suspect age discrimination, our attorneys will:
- Review the facts and explain your rights
- Determine whether your employer violated state or federal law
- Pursue the best outcome, through settlement or litigation
We represent employees throughout New Jersey, including Pleasantville, ensuring workplaces remain free from age bias.
Contact Our Pleasantville Age Discrimination Lawyers
Age discrimination can threaten careers and financial security. Castronovo & McKinney, LLC has the experience and determination to challenge unlawful treatment. Contact our firm today to discuss your case and protect your rights.
