Have you been passed over for promotion, suddenly let go or undervalued at work despite years of loyalty? You may be experiencing age discrimination, an illegal practice where employment decisions are based on age rather than merit. You aren’t alone. At Weisberg Cummings, P.C., our attorneys are here to listen, evaluate the merits of your case and fight for your livelihood.
Which Employers Must Follow Age Discrimination Laws?
Knowing your rights starts with understanding which laws apply to your employer. In Pennsylvania, two main statutes protect workers aged 40 and older:
- Federal law: The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) protects older workers and applies to employers with 20 or more employees.
- State law: The Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA) offers even broader protection, applying to smaller businesses with just four or more employees.
An experienced attorney can help determine exactly which protections apply to your specific situation.
When Should You Hire Our Age Discrimination Attorneys?
If you suspect your age is being used against you, it’s time to seek legal counsel. You should contact a lawyer if you experience any of the following scenarios:
- Being laid off or fired while younger, less experienced employees are retained. If you were unjustly fired, you might have a wrongful termination case.
- Consistently being passed over for training opportunities or promotions.
- Enduring ageist comments or jokes from management.
- Facing a sudden, unexplained drop in performance reviews after a younger manager takes over.
Reviewing more examples of age discrimination in the workplace can help you identify whether your rights have been violated.
Why Work With an Age Discrimination Lawyer?
Proving age discrimination is notoriously difficult. Employers rarely admit to it, often hiding behind excuses like “company restructuring” or fabricated “performance issues.” Trying to navigate HR or the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) alone can add to the common emotional and financial challenges that age discrimination victims already face. A lawyer’s role is to gather crucial evidence, file the correct paperwork before strict legal deadlines expire and shield you from employer retaliation.
What the Weisberg Cummings Team Has to Offer
At Weisberg Cummings, P.C., we don’t treat our clients like case numbers. When you work with us, you can expect:
- Genuine care and humanity: Clients consistently describe our team as kind, polite and professional people who genuinely want to help.
- Personal accessibility: We don’t rush you. We take the time to truly listen to your full situation, and we return phone calls quickly, often within the hour.
- Vindication and validation: We believe you. We excel at finding the merit in complex cases that others might dismiss as frivolous.
- Knowledgeable competence: Our qualifications inspire confidence and secure victories in difficult legal battles.
- Life-changing results: Our goal is to help you regain hope and get your life back. If you have a legitimate case, we’ll work diligently to pursue fair compensation on your behalf.
Trust the Professionals at Weisberg Cummings, P.C. for Representation
No one should lose their livelihood or dignity because of their age. We’re here to validate your experience and use our experience to protect your future. Whether you are in Harrisburg or anywhere else in Pennsylvania, contact Weisberg Cummings, P.C. today to schedule a free, confidential consultation.
