Maryland Pregnancy Discrimination Lawyer

Pregnancy discrimination might apply to your situation if you have faced the following at work:

• Termination due to pregnancy or becoming pregnant
• Job application rejection due to pregnancy or becoming pregnant
• Promotion denial because of pregnancy or becoming pregnant
• Refusal of maternity leave
• Denial of medical coverage for pregnancy
• Withholding medical benefits for pregnancy-related disabilities or conditions
• Reduction in accrued benefits or credits during pregnancy or maternity leave

If you believe that you have been subjected to pregnancy discrimination, seeking legal advice is vital. Contact a knowledgeable Maryland pregnancy discrimination attorney at The Law Office of Andrew M. Dansicker for a private consultation. We provide flexible after-hours and weekend appointments to accommodate your schedule. With our extensive background representing both employees and employers, we're committed to delivering the thorough support you deserve. Count on our years of expertise to navigate your legal path and provide guidance throughout your journey.

How To Win a Pregnancy Discrimination Case

Proving pregnancy discrimination involves showing that you were treated unfairly due to your pregnancy compared to others in similar roles. The way you prove this varies, but the main goal is to establish that your pregnancy played a role in your employer's actions. Direct evidence and circumstantial evidence may be used.

• Direct Evidence of Pregnancy Discrimination: Direct evidence means that your employer openly admits their bias against pregnant employees. If they specifically mention that your pregnancy influenced their decision, your case becomes stronger. For instance, if they say, "Because of your upcoming maternity leave, we don't think you can handle more responsibilities," this direct admission is strong proof
• Circumstantial Evidence of Pregnancy Discrimination: To show this, you need a collection of facts that strongly imply pregnancy bias in your employer's decisions. Circumstantial evidence often comes from deviations in usual practices or unexplained behavior. Timing, statistics, or how other pregnant employees are treated can also provide convincing evidence.

Timing is often crucial in pregnancy discrimination cases. Unlike permanent traits, pregnancy is temporary. If changes in treatment happen right after disclosing your pregnancy, the timing could strengthen the suspicion of discrimination.

An Example of How To Prove Pregnancy Discrimination At Work

Imagine you're fired just before your due date. Although your pregnancy isn't mentioned, there could be other evidence like:

• Departure from usual termination procedures. If your manager claims it's about performance, but other underperforming colleagues get warnings and chances to improve, this inconsistency hints at discrimination.
• Suspicious timing. If termination occurs right before your pregnancy leave or right after the CEO asks about your post-baby return, this timing might convince a jury of discrimination.
• Weak reasons for firing. If they say you lack financial skills, yet hire someone with similar skills, it looks like a cover for discrimination.
• Treatment of other employees. If no pregnant employee stays employed past their third trimester, it might suggest a pattern of discrimination.

If you're concerned about pregnancy discrimination, reach out to The Law Office of Andrew M. Dansicker for a private consultation with an employment law attorney. With experience representing employees and employers, and offering flexible appointments, we'll guide you through your legal options. Speak with a qualified pregnancy discrimination lawyer in Maryland as soon as possible.

Contact a Maryland Pregnancy Discrimination Attorney

If you have experienced pregnancy discrimination in the workplace, it's important to seek the guidance of an experienced Maryland pregnancy discrimination attorney. An attorney can help you understand your rights, gather evidence of discrimination, and pursue legal action against your employer if necessary.

Our attorneys have extensive experience representing clients in pregnancy discrimination cases, and we're committed to protecting the rights of pregnant workers throughout Maryland. 

If you're looking for a knowledgeable and experienced Maryland pregnancy discrimination attorney, contact our firm today.