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Pregnancy Discrimination Claims Attorneys
in Denver and throughout Colorado and Wyoming
The Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978 is an amendment to Title VII, which prohibits discrimination because of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. Generally, a woman who is incapacitated by pregnancy, childbirth or any medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth must be treated the same as any other individual incapacitated by a disability.
In the employment context, general leave policies must be applied the same way to pregnant employees as they are to other employees requiring leave because of any other physical disability. Additionally, the Family and Medical Leave Act may require leave to deal with pregnancy or childbirth, even if a general leave policy would not apply.
An employer who treats a pregnant employee differently may be liable for discrimination. An employer who pressures a female employee to begin a maternity leave before it is medically necessary can be liable for unlawful discrimination. Similarly, employers may not use pregnancy or maternity leave as an excuse for terminating employment.
The employment discrimination attorneys at Burg Simpson can answer your questions and provide advice or representation if you have questions about pregnancy discrimination.
If you believe you have a pregnancy discrimination claim, or any employment discrimination claim, please call or email us today for a free consultation. Our attorneys handle employment discrimination claims in Colorado, Wyoming and throughout the Rocky Mountain region.
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