Pregnancy at Work: Pregnancy Discrimination Act and 2020 Enforcement Guidance with Pregnant Employees and New Parents
OVERVIEW Pregnancy discrimination in workplace involves treating a woman (an applicant or employee) unfavorably because of pregnancy, childbirth, or a medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth. The Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA) is an amendment to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Discrimination on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions constitutes unlawful sex discrimination under Title VII. Women affected by pregnancy or related conditions must be treated in the same manner as other applicants or employees who are similar in their ability or inability to work. WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND Effective administration of human resource programs and activities related to employees who are pregnant and or who may be returning to work are necessary to ensure compliance with Federal and State Law. Attend this webinar to learn about the Pregnancy Discrimination Act guidelines, including the rights and responsibilities of ...