Getting older should mean more experience and value in the workplace—not fewer opportunities. Unfortunately, age discrimination continues to impact workers across Atlantic County. If you’re over 40 and have been passed over for promotions, laid off, or treated differently because of your age, you may have legal grounds to take action.

What Is Age Discrimination?

Age discrimination occurs when an employer treats an employee or job applicant less favorably because of their age—specifically if the individual is 40 years old or older. This type of bias can be subtle or overt and often hides behind terms like “culture fit” or “overqualified.”

Examples Include:

  • Consistently hiring younger, less experienced candidates
  • Passing over older employees for training or promotions
  • Pressuring senior workers to retire early
  • Making derogatory comments about age or technology skills
  • Targeting older workers during layoffs or restructures

Legal Protections for Older Employees

Both federal and state laws protect employees from age discrimination:

  • Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) – A federal law protecting employees 40 and older
  • New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD) – Offers broader protections against age-based bias

These laws apply to all aspects of employment, including hiring, pay, job assignments, training, promotions, and termination.

Proving Age Discrimination

Employers rarely admit to age bias, so these cases often require evidence such as:

  • Age-related comments or jokes
  • Sudden changes in job performance reviews
  • Younger employees receiving preferential treatment
  • Documentation showing older workers were systematically excluded

How Castronovo & McKinney Can Help

Castronovo & McKinney, LLC is a highly regarded New Jersey employment law firm serving workers across Atlantic County. Their attorneys are experienced in handling age discrimination cases and know how to uncover hidden bias and challenge unfair treatment.

They’ll guide you through the legal process, gather the necessary documentation, and advocate for justice and compensation on your behalf.

If you suspect your age is holding you back, Atlantic County Castronovo & McKinney, Employment Law Attorneys are here to stand up for your rights.

What You May Be Entitled To

  • Reinstatement or promotion
  • Back pay and lost future wages
  • Compensation for emotional distress
  • Punitive damages in willful cases
  • Coverage of legal fees and costs

Contact Castronovo & McKinney, LLC Today

New Jersey Office:
71 Maple Ave
Morristown, NJ 07960
Phone: 973.920.7888
Fax: 973.920.7924

New York Office:
420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 1830
New York, NY 10170
Phone: 646.755.3781
Fax: 646.755.3781

Experience matters. Don’t let age discrimination silence your career. Contact Castronovo & McKinney today for a confidential consultation and fight back with the legal support you deserve.