To prove pregnancy discrimination, you must show your employer treated you unfairly because of your pregnancy. This means gathering evidence like documenting negative actions, comparing your treatment to non-pregnant employees, and collecting witness statements. You should also review company policies to see if your employer violated any rules regarding pregnancy or maternity leave. If so, …
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) covers protections for pregnant employees and workers with pregnancy-related conditions. This federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to pregnant workers. These adjustments help workers do their work without unnecessary challenges. An employer is only exempt if the accommodation causes the company significant hardship. Pregnancy-based discrimination is illegal, …
Independent contractors can sue for discrimination. Federal laws such as the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) protect workers against discrimination. These laws do not always apply to independent contractors, but other legal options may be available. If you are an independent contractor dealing …
In today’s modern workforce of remote and hybrid schedules, understanding your rights regarding overtime pay is easily overlooked. Overtime violations like working off-the-clock or being denied breaks commonly occur when employers fail to comply with laws governing fair compensation for extra hours worked. Our Boston overtime pay dispute lawyers aim to provide clarity on the …
If you’ve experienced workplace discrimination based on your gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristic, you have the right to take legal action against your employer. However, building a strong, facts-based claim can be difficult, especially if you’re currently dealing with the emotional distress and humiliation of workplace discrimination. Fortunately, the highly experienced …
If you are expecting a child or have already given birth, familiarizing yourself with Massachusetts’ maternity and parental leave laws can help you take the time off you need to care for your newborn. Understanding the law can also allow you to determine if you’ve experienced pregnancy discrimination in the workplace. If you have reason …
What is disparate treatment vs. disparate impact? Disparate treatment and disparate impact represent two forms of discrimination. Disparate treatment involves intentionally discriminatory actions; disparate impact involves unintentional forms of discrimination. You can learn more about these serious issues with a Boston employment discrimination lawyer from our team at Duddy, Goodwin & Pollard. You can call …
