Fighting Discrimination Against Women in the Workplace
Fighting Discrimination Against Women in the Workplace As part of Women History Month events, the Women’s and Fair Practices Departments recently hosted a virtual panel discussion to address discrimination against women in the workplace. Here are some key insights and legal tips shared by WFP EEO Attorneys Francesca Gross and Paul Robinson: Table of Contents Gender Pay Gap Pregnancy Discrimination Sexual Harassment Gender Discrimination Gender Pay Gap Women still face challenges in receiving equal pay for equal work. The attorneys emphasized the importance of examining all criteria, including having the same supervisor, to prove gender-based pay discrepancies. Pregnancy Discrimination Pregnant employees are entitled to reasonable accommodations under the law. The Pregnant Worker’s Fairness Act mandates that employers provide necessary accommodations, such as light duty or medical leave, to pregnant employees. Sexual Harassment Employees should document instances of sexual harassment an