Your Guide To Winning A Pregnancy Discrimination Lawsuit

Discrimination in the workplace can take on many forms, some of which are complex and overlapping, and can differ from state to state and even from federal guidelines. This means that while identifying that you have been discriminated against is hard, securing fair treatment through a lawsuit could be just as hard and stressful.

If you do decide to sue, our team of experienced and professional attorneys has compiled a guide to secure your win in a pregnancy discrimination lawsuit.

Document Everything

If you believe that you have been wrongfully discriminated against, the first step you need to do is to record down and document everything that has happened. This can include saving emails, transcribing conversations, other forms of communication, witness accounts, and anything else that could be useful in establishing proof of discrimination. This is really important evidence that would then help you in approaching a lawyer and building a case. During this process, err on the side of caution when deciding what is relevant or not. It is better to record more information and communication before you forget it and have your lawyer determine which is relevant or not.

Contact a Pregnancy Discrimination Lawyer

If you plan to take your case to court, you will need a reliable and experienced attorney to support you through the legal process. For example, knowing what kinds of information and evidence are relevant is crucial to building an airtight case. For pregnancy discrimination, it is also important to figure out which discrimination and harassment violations are relevant. This is because pregnancy discrimination can overlap with discrimination related to gender and disability. Knowing which case would be easier to prove in court in the state that you are in, with the persuasive skills needed to deliver the evidence, will be essential to winning the pregnancy discrimination lawsuit.

At Sirmabekian Law Firm, we offer free consultations with our team of experienced attorneys so that you can have all your queries and uncertainties addressed upfront. We’ll be able to share more about our strategy in approaching discrimination lawsuits and any initial insights we glean from the information you provide us.

Turn Up in Court

After you have sourced for a lawyer and built up your case, the next step is to start actually fighting the case. This is where the attorney that you have hired is most important. Experienced lawyers understand and can navigate the legal system, help you to create arguments for your case and against any counterarguments, as well as argue for the best possible compensation. In some cases, they are also able to understand the relevant parties, patterns, and likely failure modes and circumvent them if needed.

Without a licensed attorney, you will be severely disadvantaged at this stage, especially if your opponent has one. Moreover, court cases can be lengthy and drag on for long periods of time. Having an attorney who is capable of managing and keeping up with developments allows you to approach the situation with less stress and effort.

While this applies to all discrimination lawsuits, it can be particularly important for pregnancy lawsuits. This is because families who are experiencing pregnancy or caring for a newborn are experiencing higher levels of stress and change and, therefore, are more vulnerable to the stressors of an intense lawsuit. Having an attorney handle most of the paperwork and legal process means that you are better able to focus on your family and give your child the time they need.