Stand Up To Workplace Pregnancy Discrimination
In recent years, pregnancy discrimination has been on the rise. Pregnancy discrimination is one of the most offensive forms of discrimination, and as a firm we try to emphasize this area of law in our practice. In fact, one of our recent pregnancy discrimination cases has received substantial media coverage (call our firm to find out more).
At Fosbinder & Van Kampen, PLLC, our attorneys have focused their entire careers on representing employees in employment law disputes. We are here for you, and we can provide the sophisticated, detail-oriented representation you need.
To schedule a confidential appointment in our Charlotte, North Carolina office, call us today at 704.323.7886 or just contact our firm online.
Pregnancy Discrimination Violates Multiple Laws
Pregnancy discrimination is a form of gender discrimination, which was made illegal in the workplace with the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Later laws, such as the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), also ensure that America's working women don't have to face serious negative career repercussions due to pregnancy.
In addition, pregnancy discrimination can also be construed in some circumstances to violate provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This is not to say that pregnancy is classified as a "disability" per se. But if your employer perceives pregnancy as being a disability and then makes discriminatory decisions based on that perception, that's illegal.
The Subtle Forms of Pregnancy Discrimination
If your employer perceives pregnancy to be a disability, then he or she may make discriminatory decisions in an effort to accommodate you. In some forms, this can be helpful and maybe even welcome. In other forms, it can harm your career.
For example, many women report being stripped of their primary job responsibilities during pregnancy. The employer may just be trying to reduce the stress and workload of the pregnant employee, but the employee has lost the opportunity to perform and, in many ways, to advance in her career.
If you believe you have suffered pregnancy discrimination, our lawyers can help. Call 704.323.7886 or contact us online today to schedule a confidential appointment.
