Three Ex-Employees Share a $6.2 Million Verdict in Pregnancy Discrimination Case

A jury in a New York state court found the defendant, the three plaintiffs’ former employer, liable under state law for harassment and terminating their employment because of their pregnancies. The total damages award comes to nearly $6.2 million. Three former administrative workers of G.E.B. Medical Management, Inc., Marlena Santana, Yasminda Davis, and Melissa Rodriguez, […]

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Pregnant Attorney Wins $92,000 From Public Utility for Pregnancy Discrimination

Pregnancy Discrimination

Many pregnancies go smoothly, with routine doctor’s visits for nine months then an uneventful and uncomplicated birth. As a result, the mother may only need a few weeks off from work for the time leading up to and following the birth. But what happens if there are complications or problems with the pregnancy? Does the

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How Do You Cast Doubt on the Employer’s Reasons for Its Actions Against You?

ADA, Litigation

To establish a successful discrimination case, a plaintiff must take several steps. Antidiscrimination law presents a number of issues that must be proven before a case is decided in the plaintiff’s favor. Case in point: a Texas’ woman’s Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) case was recently resurrected by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the

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Can You Be Required to Turn Over Your Social Media Passwords?

Advice, Surviving Workplace Investigations

If you’re applying for a job, or as part of your current job, can your employer ask you to turn over the passwords to your social media accounts? Your ability to keep your social media posts private from a future or current employer depends on where you are (because laws vary by state) and on the

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Breastfeeding Challenges for New Mothers Who Work Full-Time

Advice, Caregiver Discrimination, Sex Discrimination

New mothers have been breastfeeding since the human race first inhabited the earth, but apparently, many people, such as Donald Trump, still get upset at the idea of women taking time out of their workday to either breastfeed their child or pump breast milk for their child. Hopefully, you or someone you know hasn’t had

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5 Reasons White-Collar Women Don’t Speak Up About Pregnancy Discrimination

Pregnancy Discrimination

One might think that pregnancy discrimination is rare. Yet, pregnancy discrimination is not only common, it is on the rise. Many women, however, don’t take action, even in the face of blatant illegal behavior. As an employment lawyer focused on pregnancy discrimination, I frequently talk to workers reticent to take action. Why are so many

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Grandparents’ Rights Under the FMLA

Caregiver Discrimination, FMLA

If you have grandchildren, you know that there’s never enough time or opportunities to see and spend time with them. A recent Washington Post column, “Grandparenting 101 for Baby Boomers,” makes it clear that today’s new grandparents are prepared to interact with their grandchildren more than previous generations of grandparents. But what if your child

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The Changing Role and Status of Dads in Society

Caregiver Discrimination

In the not-so-distant past, the husband was traditionally considered the primary breadwinner, leaving home every weekday morning to go to work. The wife’s role was limited to staying home and taking care of the children and household. At the end of the day, the husband would return home to dinner waiting and the house properly

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An Arbitration Clause Could Short Circuit Your Legal Rights

Advice, Litigation

Arbitration clauses have become increasingly common in all kinds of contracts, especially employment contracts. Whether that contract is with your employer, bank, your cell phone provider, or the car rental company you use, there’s a good chance it includes a mandatory arbitration clause. If such a clause is valid, it means that you can’t sue

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Workplace Rights for Those Suffering From Infertility

ADA, Family, Medical, and Other Leave Discrimination, Sex Discrimination

We’ve discussed the rights and protections of employees in the workplace based on sex, pregnancy, the need to care for a loved one, etc. But what about employees who seek treatment for infertility? Do the laws that provide the previously listed rights and protections also apply to those suffering from this condition? If so, how

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Tom Spiggle