Legal Question in Employment Law in Maryland

Re: Unlawful layoff

If you were laid off due to your age or gender then you may have a cause of action. You must show a connection with your age or gender to prevail on a discrimination claim. Your question indicates that this may be the case.

Collective bargaining or other employment rights may apply. This would change the procedural aspect of your case but you would still need to prove discrimination. Other remedy may be available where some contractual obligation exists.

"Business decision" is a defense that may be raised by the employer. This may not apply in certain circumstances and would not avoid a claim of discrimination.

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Re: Unlawful layoff

Age discrimination is illegal. The facts you provide suggest there may have been an improper motive for your termination. However, you are obviously getting your facts "second hand". Since you don't work at that employer anymore, you have no real direct way of knowing what happened after you left.

In order to successfully pursue a discrimination case, you will probably need to do more investigation and get more of the facts together. You will definitely need an attorney.

I strongly recommend that you consult with an attorney immediately so that you can explore your legal rights, obligations, and options. If you wish to discuss retaining my services, contact me at:

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