Would it be considered discrimination?

It is your burden to prove discrimination - it's not their burden to disprove it. You have no evidence other than a vague feeling. I don't see it.

How should we handle this situation?? Wrongful termination & false accusations

In general, short of a contract, an employee can be terminated for any non-discriminatory reason. I don't know what was on the statement, but it...

What are the grounds for a hostile work environment?

An actionable hostile work environment has to be sexual harassment or otherwise be based on a protected class. There may be an issue of disability...

Union isn't backing their own contract. Says it's a typo does it matter?

I would file a grievance. Let the emoloyer prove if you are not entitled. Your union should be fighting for you.

Can an employer reprimand someone for wearing a black lives matter button

It depends. Are they allowing others to wear such buttons or have similar stickers - Trump, etc.? Consult a Connecticut employment attorney. It...

Are there any circumstances that would allow my niece aged 18 get any part of her inherit. earlier than court documents said?

Without reading the will, it's tough to answer. Often in situations like this, the money is left in a trust, and if so, there may be ways.

I would say there is a good chance (although figuring out the labor department is tough). Make sure you get pictures. Contact a CT licensed...

Can I take legal action against a government contracting firm

Absent a contract, you can be terminated for any non-discriminatory reason, never mind you have already blown most statutes of limitations.

If I file a discrimination claim and my employer finds a reason they would have otherwise terminated me, is my case dismissed?

Maybe not dismissed, but damages could be cut off as of the date it found a reason to terminate. Every situation is different. It might be worth...

Can I file an age discrimination lawsuit against a company?

I don't see enough there. I don't even see ages for the other candidates and the person selected.