Ed Sweeney
Franny Ryan
Pregnancy is a time of immense joy and excitement, but unfortunately, it can also be a time of vulnerability for working women. Despite laws that protect against pregnancy discrimination in the workplace, many pregnant women still face unfair treatment from their employers. If you are pregnant and facing discrimination at work, it is important to seek the help of a pregnancy discrimination lawyer to protect your rights.
At Wusinich, Sweeney & Ryan, we understand the challenges that pregnant women face in the workplace and are committed to advocating for their rights. Our team of experienced attorneys has successfully represented numerous clients in pregnancy discrimination cases and is dedicated to helping you seek justice.
Our law firm has a strong track record of fighting for the rights of pregnant women in the workplace. We have extensive experience handling pregnancy discrimination claims and understand the complexities of these types of cases. Here are a few reasons why we are the right choice for you:
At Wusinich, Sweeney & Ryan, we understand that pregnancy discrimination can have a significant impact on your career and financial stability. That’s why we strive to provide aggressive representation and fight for the compensation and justice you deserve.
Pregnancy discrimination occurs when an employer treats a woman unfairly because of her pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related medical conditions. This type of discrimination is prohibited by state and federal laws such as Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA), and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA).
Examples of pregnancy discrimination in the workplace include:
Under the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, employers with 15 or more employees are prohibited from discriminating against a woman because of her pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. This means that pregnant women have the right to be treated fairly in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, benefits, and workplace policies.
Under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), employers must provide reasonable accommodations for pregnancy-related needs. This could include modified work duties, time off for prenatal appointments, or temporary reassignment to lighter duties if recommended by a doctor.
Pennsylvania also has its own laws protecting pregnant employees. Under the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA), employers with four or more employees are prohibited from discriminating against an employee based on pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions.
Additionally, the PHRA requires that employers provide reasonable accommodations for pregnancy-related disabilities, regardless of the number of employees. This means that even small businesses must make appropriate accommodations for pregnant employees.
As mentioned, employers are required to provide reasonable accommodations for pregnancy-related disabilities. Accommodations provided can include:
If your employer has denied you reasonable accommodations and you have suffered negative consequences as a result, our team at Wusinich, Sweeney & Ryan can help you file a discrimination claim.
The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid maternity leave. An employer cannot retaliate or discriminate against an employee for taking FMLA leave.
If you believe your employer has denied you FMLA benefits or retaliated against you for taking leave, our attorneys can help you file a complaint. We will fight to protect your rights and ensure that you receive the benefits and protections guaranteed by federal law.
If you believe you are being discriminated against because of your pregnancy, here are some steps you can take to protect your rights:
If you believe you’re a victim of pregnancy discrimination, don’t wait. Contact the experienced pregnancy discrimination lawyers at Wusinich, Sweeney & Ryan, LLC today to schedule your free consultation and protect your rights.
We represent clients throughout Chester County, Lancaster County and Delaware County including but not limited to Downingtown, West Chester, Exton, Coatesville, Phoenixville, Malvern, Lyndell, Wagontown, Uwchland, Parkesburg, Chester Springs.
