Hammonton Age Discrimination Attorneys
Age discrimination remains a serious problem in workplaces across New Jersey. If you have been denied a job, fired, or treated unfairly because of your age, Castronovo & McKinney, LLC is ready to protect your rights.
Our attorneys have extensive experience in employment law and a proven record of holding employers accountable when they make illegal age-based decisions. We know the laws, the tactics employers use to hide discrimination, and the strategies needed to secure fair outcomes for our clients—through negotiation or, if necessary, litigation.
Legal Protections Against Age Discrimination
Both state and federal laws provide important protections for workers:
- Federal Law (ADEA): The Age Discrimination in Employment Act prohibits employers with 20+ employees from discriminating against workers age 40 or older in any aspect of employment, including hiring, termination, pay, promotions, training, and layoffs. The law was strengthened by the Older Workers Benefits Protection Act, which ensures older employees’ benefits are not unfairly reduced.
- New Jersey Law (LAD): The Law Against Discrimination applies to all employers in the state, regardless of size, and protects individuals between ages 18 and 70 from age-based discrimination. Employers cannot refuse to hire, terminate, or treat workers differently simply because of age.
Both laws also prohibit harassment based on age if it creates a hostile work environment or impacts employment conditions.
Recognizing Age Discrimination in Hammonton
Age discrimination often affects older workers, but it can appear in many forms, such as:
- Favoring younger candidates in hiring decisions
- Layoffs that target older employees
- Denying training or career advancement opportunities
- Segregating older workers or excluding them from meetings and projects
- Pressuring employees to retire before they are ready
Even when employers disguise their actions under policies like “restructuring” or “lack of work,” discrimination may still be unlawful.
Example Case
A well-known example involved Robert Braden, who was terminated under a supposed “reduction in force.” His employer claimed there was no work, yet someone else was hired for his position within a year. This illustrates how age discrimination is often hidden within broader company decisions.
How Castronovo & McKinney, LLC Can Help
If you believe you have been the target of age discrimination, our attorneys will:
- Evaluate the facts of your case and explain your rights
- Identify whether employer actions violate state or federal law
- Pursue the best resolution for your situation, whether through settlement or litigation in court
We represent employees throughout New Jersey, including Hammonton, and are committed to ensuring workplaces remain free from age-based bias.
Contact Our New Jersey Age Discrimination Lawyers
Age discrimination undermines careers and financial security. Castronovo & McKinney, LLC has the knowledge and determination to fight back against unlawful treatment. Contact our firm today to discuss your case and begin the process of protecting your rights.