Penalties for Failing to Comply with Pregnancy Disability Leave Law

An employee who is discriminated against because of pregnancy may be entitled to any or all of the following remedies:

  • Hiring.
  • Reinstatement.
  • Promotion.
  • Admission or re-admission to a labor organization.
  • Damages for lost wages and benefits.
  • Emotional distress damages.
  • Punitive damages.
  • Attorneys’ fees and costs.

In addition, the Civil Rights Department (CRD) may file a complaint on behalf of any person discriminated against.