Have you been fired, threatened or harassed by your employer because of a pregnancy? Call 1-866-443-1773 or e-mail our experienced employment law attorneys for a free consultation about your rights.
Retaliation for Getting Pregnant is Illegal
Northern California Pregnancy Discrimination Attorneys
If you are pregnant and your supervisor or employer is giving you a hard time about it, you may have a case for pregnancy discrimination. The Sexual Harassment Law Group is committed to protecting your rights and holding employers accountable for retaliation. We represent women throughout Northern California whose pregnancy has led to illegal employer sanctions.
Under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and state laws of California, you are entitled to take up to 12 weeks of maternity leave. Many employers do not like to grant pregnancy leave, and look for reasons to fire the employee. You may have a claim for damages if:
- You were fired after an employer found out you were pregnant
- You were fired after formally requesting (paid or unpaid) leave
- You were told your job will not be there when you come back
- You are disciplined or harassed by the owner or your supervisor for getting pregnant
- Your employer withholds pay or benefits
Employers are also required to make reasonable workplace accommodations while you are pregnant. This includes a doctor's orders of bed rest or restricted physical activity, or allowing you to go to prenatal doctor appointments during work hours. Failure to accommodate your condition is a danger to the health of your baby and a violation of your rights.
Pregnancy discrimination may also be in the form of verbal sexual harassment: degrading comments, jokes or e-mails from your boss or a co-worker about your sex life or your changing body.
At the Sexual Harassment Law Group, we are ready to take whatever action you need us to do. We can contact your employer to protect your job and benefits. Or we can file a complaint with the California Department of Fair Employment & Housing to request the right to sue your employer. We will help you document the harassment or discrimination through timecards, e-mails or even a daily journal to build a strong case.
Our experienced and dedicated FMLA attorneys offer a free, confidential meeting to explore your pregnancy discrimination case. Call 1-866-443-1773 or e-mail us today. We take no lawyer fees unless we win your case.
