The article by employment attorney Dorina Cela offers a clear expert discussion of pregnancy discrimination in the workplace. It explains how federal law (including the Pregnancy Discrimination Act), New York State Human Rights Law, and the New York City Human Rights Law make it unlawful for employers to treat women unfairly because of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. The piece outlines common discriminatory practices — from hostile comments to wrongful terminations — and emphasizes employers’ obligation to provide reasonable accommodations. Dorina stresses the importance of understanding legal protections that support pregnant workers and new mothers and how employers should respect and uphold those rights.
