Legal Question in Employment Law in New York
Eoe?
A group of 15 employees worked on a
television show for many years. The
show was cancelled and a new
program was created by the
company. Some of the 15 applied to
work on the new show, but were told
they're not hiring anyone from the
cancelled show.
Is this legal? Can they discriminate
against an entire group of former
employees?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Eoe?
The answer to your question depends on "why" the company did not hire anyone from the old show. In general, an employer is not required to rehire former employees (e.g. the 15 who worked on the earlier show). However, the employer is prohibited from making an employment decision based on age, race, gender, religion, and other irrelevant criteria. I am familiar with the entertainment industry and have seen age discrimination in employment decisions. I recommend you and/or the 15 people you mention contact an attorney to explore your situation and options. Feel free to call my office to discuss the matter further.
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