I worked eighteen years for a bus company that was recently sold to another bus company.the company is still in operation with the same name...

Question

I worked eighteen years for a bus company that was recently sold to another bus company.the company is still in operation with the same name and contracts but has new owners. i am now considered a new employee and have lost my seniority.should i have lost my seniority with work from my old company since they are still in operation?

Answer

You need to read your contract. What does it say about seniority?