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Cindy Johnson graduated from Podunk University at the age of 18. Cindy immediately began working in the office of Mars Maintenance Company. After meeting the 1-year requirement, she wanted to participate in the pension plan. Mars rebuffed her due to her age. Cindy wishes to sue under ERISA. How would you advise her?

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Cindy Johnson graduated from Podunk University at the age of 18. Cindy immediately began working in the office of Mars Maintenance Company. After meeting the 1-year requirement, she wanted to participate in the pension plan. Mars rebuffed her due to her age. Cindy wishes to sue under ERISA. How would you advise her?

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ERISA, which is the federal law that sets the minimum standards that must be followed in the private industry, have specific age requirements, which can vary depending on the employer. ERISA regulations specifically state that "a plan may require a person to reach ...

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