Do I have a discrimination case because my employer made disparaging remarks regarding my pregnancy?
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Do I have a discrimination case because my employer made disparaging remarks regarding my pregnancy?
I am expecting and the president called me a babymaker in front of my employee. I am very offended and upset but fear telling my boss for the consequences. My boss emailed me to let me know that president is very concerned about me returning to work. I do not miss work or bring my personal situations into the workplace. Before I was expecting, I received a merit raise and was asked to take on more responsibility. Now I am just a babymaker. I would love to quit. Can I move forward with discrimination case?
Asked on June 16, 2011 under Employment Labor Law, Maryland
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
From what you write, you very possibly have a sexual discrimination case, and may wish to either contact the department of labor or a private employment law attorney.
Note that while from what you write, it seems a good bet there was discrimination or harassment, and hence liability, it's less clear what damages--or economic injury--you have suffered. Since the amount of money you can recover in a lawsuit is related to the damages you've suffered, it's possible that a lawsuit might be uneconomical, at least unless you suffer some more tangible impact (demotion, suspension, transfer to a less desirable position, passed over for promotion, etc.). This is something to make sure you discuss with ana attorney--what the case may be worth.
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