Robert J. Skalka v. Fernald Environmental Restoration Management Corporation
178 F.3d 414 | Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit | 1999
Holding Summary
Age discrimination verdict against FERMCO for Skalka was affirmed based on superior rating and oldest age in peer group; contract claims for all plaintiffs were reversed as general fairness promises do not create enforceable employment contracts under Ohio law.
General fairness promises do not constitute specific guarantees of continued employment.
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