Phoenix Pregnancy Discrimination Lawyer

Gillespie, Shields & Durrant

What is Pregnancy Discrimination?

Pregnancy discrimination is a type of discrimination that occurs when an employer has bias against a woman for being pregnant.  Due to the bias, the employer may not hire the woman or he/she may fire or demote the woman.  The employer may partake in pregnancy discrimination if he/she fails to give a pregnant woman a raise or discriminates against a woman for taking maternity leave.  Anytime an employer engages in any of these behaviors, he/she is violating discrimination and employment laws and may be subjected to legal action if the pregnant employee chooses to file a claim or civil suit.

Pregnancy Discrimination Act

Years ago, Congress added the Pregnancy Discrimination Act to the Civil Rights Act of 1964.  After this legal change, discrimination against pregnant women in the work place became illegal.  According to the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, employers are strictly forbidden against discrimination against pregnancy, child birth or related medical conditions.  The Act also states that women who are pregnant must be treated the same as other employees or job candidates.  If employers fail to treat pregnant women the same as other employees or candidates, they will violate federal laws.

Hiring a Pregnancy Discrimination Lawyer

After a woman has been discriminated against due to her pregnancy, it is natural for her to feel shocked and confused.  It can be hard to believe that in today’s world, employers still have such bias against the capabilities of pregnant women.  Even though pregnant women may be in shock, it is important that they consider meeting and speaking with a compassionate employment lawyer.  In some cases, the women may be allowed to file a discrimination claims against biased employers.  When pregnant women have been victimized, they must remember that they are protected by their Civil Rights and have several legal options at their disposal. 

Phoenix Pregnancy Discrimination Firm

Handling Pregnancy Discrimination Cases in Phoenix, Mesa, Chandler & Gilbert

If you have been subjected to unlawful treatment at your place of employment, now is the time to get the experienced Phoenix pregnancy discrimination attorneys at Gillespie, Shields & Durrant involved! Don't hesitate to consult an attorney from our firm today.