Pregnancy Discrimination

New Jersey Employment Discrimination Lawyers

The inherent difficulty of balancing a new child and a career can become even more challenging when employees face discrimination in the workplace. Pregnancy discrimination is illegal.

If you have been subjected to pregnancy discrimination in the workplace, come to the law firm of Deutsch Atkins, P.C. We are Northern New Jersey's largest plaintiff's employment law firm, we represent employees at all levels of employment. We have extensive experience representing senior management, executives and officers who have encountered discrimination, harassment and wrongful termination in the work place.

Contact us today to schedule a confidential consultation with one or our experienced employment lawyers.

The Basic Elements of a Pregnancy Discrimination Claim

To establish a valid legal claim for pregnancy discrimination, you do not have to establish that an employer fired you only because of your pregnancy. You simply have to establish that your pregnancy was part of the reason for the discrimination you have encountered.

Pregnancy discrimination cases can be difficult to prove. Generally these claims involve upon circumstantial evidence rather than direct proofs.

Although a boss may make comments regarding the hardships of your maternity leave on the company or negative remarks regarding your time off from work, the evidence may not be quite so clear. We consider history of terminations surrounding pregnancy in the company, or consider the time between your announcement of pregnancy and the termination of your position as well as many other factors including the reason given by the employer.

Lawyers Effectively Handling Pregnancy Discrimination Claims

At the law offices of Deutsch Atkins, P.C., we have the experience necessary to effectively handle discrimination claims involving complex evidentiary matters. Our founding partners have more than 50 years of combined experience protecting the rights of employees. Along with our associates, we have obtained millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for thousands of clients.

Contact Our Employment Law Lawyers Today

If you have been terminated while pregnant or immediately after you have given birth, you may have a legal claim for pregnancy discrimination. Contact our offices today to discuss your legal remedies with one of experienced employment law attorneys.