Phoenix Pregnancy Discrimination Lawyer

Gillespie, Shields & Durrant

What is Pregnancy Discrimination?

Pregnancy discrimination occurs when an employer has a bias against a woman for being pregnant. This bias may cause the employer to refuse to hire or decide to fire or demote a pregnant woman. Additionally, it is also considered discrimination if the employer refuses to give a raise or discriminates against the woman for taking maternity leave. These behaviors violate employment laws and employers who participate in these behaviors may face legal action if the employee files a claim or civil suit.

Pregnancy Discrimination Act

The Civil Rights Act of 1964 included the Pregnancy Discrimination Act in 1978, which made pregnancy discrimination an illegal act and strictly forbade employers to discriminate due to pregnancy, child birth or related medical conditions. According to the Act, pregnant women should be treated no differently than any other employee or job candidate. Employers who show discrimination toward pregnant woman are violating federal laws.

Hiring a Pregnancy Discrimination Lawyer

It may seem surprising that even in today's society so many women are still facing the problem of pregnancy discrimination. However, it is still a common problem that many women face. Women who feel that they have been treated unfairly due to pregnancy should consider consulting with a skilled employment law attorney such as the attorneys at the Phoenix law office of Gillespie, Shields & Durrant. An experienced employment law attorney can help protect a woman's civil rights and advise on their legal options. Often, the victim may be able to file a claim against the offending employer.

Phoenix Pregnancy Discrimination Firm

Handling Pregnancy Discrimination Cases in Phoenix Valley, 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.