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Pregnancy Discrimination is Illegal and You Can Take Action if You Have Been the Victim of It

It’s challenging enough for any new mom to balance work and family life, but it’s even more difficult when your boss is discriminating against you because of your pregnancy. The good news is that by enlisting the aid of PLBH‘s experienced pregnancy discrimination attorneys, you may put an end to discrimination and possibly get monetary compensation.

Keep reading to learn more. When you are ready to talk to an employment law attorney and get help, call PLBH at (800) 435-7542. We will start with a free legal consultation.

Understand your legal options

Pregnant women are protected by a number of state and federal laws, making it unlawful for an employer to take any of these actions:

  • During a job interview, bring up the subject of your pregnancy or desire to become pregnant.
  • Due to your pregnancy, discriminate against you in hiring, firing, promotions, training, scheduling, and other areas
  • As a result of your pregnancy, forcing you to accept fewer hours or responsibilities
  • Refuse to make reasonable adjustments such as extended relaxation periods or a temporary change in job responsibilities
  • Deny you any maternity or pregnancy disability leave to which you may be entitled
  • Retaliate against you because you asked for or took time off

Come to PLBH if you have questions concerning any of these scenarios. Our pregnancy discrimination lawyers are well-versed in all elements of pregnancy-related employment legislation and can help you understand your options.

With a pregnancy discrimination complaint, what can you achieve?

A pregnancy discrimination lawsuit should be pursued for three reasons:

  1. You wish to reclaim your position, hours, or promotion. A formal complaint can help you get back on your feet if you’ve been fired, had your hours reduced, or missed out on a well-deserved promotion because of pregnancy discrimination. Employers frequently agree to reverse discriminatory actions through mediation or arbitration, but a court order can also be obtained.
  2. You’re looking for a financial reward. Discrimination creates harm, and you are entitled to be compensated for it. Compensation may be provided to replace lost earnings, mental distress, and legal costs.
  3. You expect more from your employer. Employers will continue to conduct discrimination if no one speaks up against it. You are taking a position that will benefit all women and families by filing a complaint and/or filing a pregnancy discrimination case.

These are three of the most common reasons but you might have your own personal reasons.

For a Free Consultation, please call now

Call PLBH at PLBH right now if you have questions regarding probable pregnancy discrimination. We will gladly give a discreet consultation at no cost to you.