Massachusetts Bd. of Ret. v. Murgia

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Massachusetts Bd. of Ret. v. Murgia
Court Supreme Court of the United States
Citation
Date decided June 25, 1976

Facts

Robert Murgia was sent into retirement against his will at the age of 50. He was a police officer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Issues

What should be the standard of review in age discrimination cases?

Holding

Rational basis is the standard of review in age discrimination cases per SCOTUS.

Reasons

Older police officers aren't able to meet the demands of their occupations.

Comments

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