Jason Cosby was the City Manager for the City of Webley for six years when he was fired by the City Council. Jason was not given a reason for his termination but surmised it was because three of the newly elected members of the five-member Council were concerned that he was too old and seemed no longer to think creatively. Jason decided to sue the City Council to get his job back. You are advising Jason about his options.

1. What would you want to know about the situation before you recommend that he go forward with his lawsuit?

2. Do you think Jason is likely to have a case? Why or why not?