Veteran EMS Director Sues Over Age Discrimination | Charleston News

Former Cabell County EMS director Amos “Gordon” Merry, a 50-year veteran, is suing the county commission over what he claims is age discrimination — alleging they pushed him out prematurely after he hinted he might retire in 2026. The suit points to new commissioner John Mandt Jr., who reportedly pressured Merry about his retirement plans, and includes claims that key personnel moves — including firing his assistant director and secretary, then promoting his new hire — were orchestrated to sideline him. Merry, who says he’s performed well and met all expectations, is seeking damages for emotional distress, prejudgment interest, and court costs, spotlighting a troubling pattern of age-based workplace sidelining. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://wchstv.com/news/local/former-ems-director-files-age-discrimination-complaint-in-cabell-county More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5500d716435ffd47 Report issues to [email protected].