Good Fences And Not So Good Neighbors: Property Law 101

Good Fences And Not So Good Neighbors: Property Law 101

Dealing With Age Discrimination At Work

by Hunter Moore

One of the expectations that many people have after working for a company for a long time is the ability to be promoted and earn more money. Although it is common for large corporations to offer promotions to their employees, it isn't something that is required by law. Basically, an employer is only required to pay their employees minimum wage, but the specific laws can vary based on the state that they are mandated in. However, if you have noticed that your employer only promotes employees that are younger than a specific age, you might actually be able to file a lawsuit for age discrimination. Learning more about age discrimination is the best way to find out if you have the right to sue your employer, which can be done by reading the information below and looking into age discrimination law services.

How Long Have You Been Employed?

The length of time that you have been working for your employer can play a role in rather or not you can legally sue for age discrimination. For instance, if you have not met the employment requirements that your employer has in place in regards to being qualified for a promotion, it is likely the reason why you have not been promoted. However, if you see coworkers younger than you are getting promoted who have also not met the requirements, it might be sufficient enough for you to file a lawsuit. When you consult with a lawyer about your situation, it is wise to take a copy of your employment handbook that has rules about promotions if you have one. The lawyer will review the handbook to get a better idea of what your legal rights are in regards to age discrimination and getting promoted.

Are You at Least 40 Years Old?

Age discrimination laws are usually in place for employees who are at least 40 years old and above. However, you might still be able to sue your employer for age discrimination if you are younger than 40. There are a few states who have laws in place for people who are under the age of 40 as well. The specific age discrimination laws will basically depend on which state you are filing the lawsuit in. When you move forward with hiring a lawyer for your situation, he or she will let you know if you are able to file a lawsuit based on your age. He or she can also discover any other age discrimination lawsuits that your employer has been involved in.


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Good Fences And Not So Good Neighbors: Property Law 101

If you've recently moved into a new house and your neighbors are claiming you've infringed on their property line with your new fence, you may not know what to do. Sure, the idea of contacting a lawyer can be intimidating, but if your neighbors are insistent that you're on their property and you can't prove otherwise, an attorney may be the best choice. I created this site to help people just like you understand the laws surrounding property boundaries, real estate claims, and similar issues. I hope that the information here will give you some clarity as to whether or not you need to consult an attorney to protect your interests.

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