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Pregnancy Discrimination

Protecting the Rights of Working Mothers Across Southern California

Pregnancy should be a time of excitement, not fear of losing your job or being treated unfairly at work. At KF Law, we stand up for employees throughout Los Angeles and Southern California who have experienced pregnancy discrimination in the workplace.

If your employer fired you, reduced your hours, denied your leave, or treated you differently because of your pregnancy, you may have a strong legal claim. Our experienced California employment lawyers are here to help you protect your rights and your future.


What Is Pregnancy Discrimination in California?

Pregnancy discrimination occurs when an employer treats an employee unfairly due to:

  • Pregnancy

  • Childbirth

  • Related medical conditions (e.g., doctor-ordered bed rest)

  • Maternity leave or time off under FMLA or CFRA

Under California and federal law, it is illegal to discriminate against a pregnant worker when it comes to hiring, firing, promotions, job assignments, leave, or other terms of employment.


Common Examples of Pregnancy Discrimination in Los Angeles Workplaces

We’ve helped clients across Los Angeles County, Orange County, and beyond who experienced:

  • Being fired shortly after announcing their pregnancy

  • Denied reasonable accommodations such as lighter duties or more frequent breaks

  • Forced to take unpaid leave early, against medical advice

  • Passed over for promotions or assignments due to pregnancy

  • Retaliated against after requesting family or medical leave

  • Not being reinstated after taking maternity leave

  • Hostile comments about their pregnancy or childcare plans

If any of this sounds familiar, you may have been a victim of unlawful discrimination.


Your Legal Rights Under California & Federal Law

Pregnant employees are protected by multiple laws, including:

  • California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA)

  • Pregnancy Disability Leave Law (PDLL)

  • California Family Rights Act (CFRA)

  • Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

  • Title VII of the Civil Rights Act (as amended by the Pregnancy Discrimination Act)

These laws guarantee your right to:

  • Reasonable accommodations for pregnancy-related conditions

  • Job-protected leave for pregnancy, childbirth, and bonding with a new child

  • Freedom from retaliation for requesting leave or accommodations

  • Equal treatment and opportunities in hiring, promotion, and pay

Our team will make sure you understand your rights, and that your employer is held accountable if they violated them.


Compensation for Pregnancy Discrimination

If you’ve suffered pregnancy discrimination at work, you may be entitled to:

  • Back pay (lost wages and benefits)

  • Front pay (future lost income)

  • Emotional distress damages

  • Reinstatement or promotion

  • Punitive damages (in cases of egregious misconduct)

  • Attorneys’ fees and legal costs

We pursue maximum compensation for our clients—because you deserve nothing less.


Why Choose KF Law?

  • 👩‍⚖️ More than a decade of experience in California pregnancy and workplace discrimination law

  • 🎯 Focused, strategic, and trial-tested employment law team

  • 🗣️ Compassionate support from lawyers who listen and understand

  • 💼 Aggressive representation against large employers and corporations

  • 💸 No fees unless we win your case

We’ve helped women across Southern California protect their rights during one of the most important times in their lives, and we’re ready to help you too.


Serving Clients Across Los Angeles and Southern California

Our attorneys represent employees in:

📍 Los Angeles | Pasadena | Long Beach | Santa Monica | Burbank
📍 Orange County | Riverside | San Bernardino | Ventura County | Inland Empire

No matter where you work, we’ll fight for your rights with skill, discretion, and dedication.


Free Consultation – Speak with a Pregnancy Discrimination Lawyer Today

Don’t let fear or uncertainty stop you from asserting your rights. Call our office today for a confidential, no-cost consultation with an experienced Los Angeles pregnancy discrimination attorney.