Pregnancy Discrimination Attorney Houston
Were you treated unfairly at work because of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions? Our Houston pregnancy discrimination attorneys hold employers accountable and fight for your rights.
When Pregnancy Discrimination Threatens Your Career
At Egbuonu Law, our Houston pregnancy discrimination attorneys know that this can affect your career and well-being. Whether you were denied promotions, forced on leave, or fired, we fight to protect your rights and hold employers accountable.
Investigating and Addressing Pregnancy Discrimination
We document workplace discrimination related to pregnancy, childbirth, or medical conditions, building strong cases under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Texas Labor Code §21.051 et seq.
Identifying Patterns and Employer Negligence
We examine repeated biased practices, negligent policies, or systemic workplace issues to ensure your case reflects the full extent of violations.
Navigating Federal and Texas Protections
We guide clients through federal protections like Title VII and EEOC procedures, as well as Texas Labor Code provisions, making the legal process clear, actionable, and focused on results.
Fighting for Remedies and Accountability
We pursue financial compensation, corrective action, policy changes, or reinstatement to safeguard your rights and ensure employers are held responsible for discriminatory actions.
What Our Clients Say
Clients value our firm’s clear communication, compassion, and commitment to fair results in employment, personal injury, and criminal defense cases.
Justice doesn’t wait — and neither do we.
Every case at Egbuonu Law starts with one mindset — we’re ready for trial. That preparation gives us leverage long before we ever step into a courtroom.
Clients trust us because we keep them informed, not guessing. They know their lawyer is in the fight with them, not behind a desk.
And when it’s time to act, we go on offense — pushing harder, arguing sharper, and refusing to back down. That’s how we’ve secured dismissals, acquittals, and life-changing settlements across Houston.
Types of Pregnancy Discrimination Cases We Handle
Pregnancy discrimination can occur in hiring, promotions, accommodations, or termination. At Egbuonu Law, we help Houston employees protect their rights under Title VII and Texas Labor Code §21.051 et seq., ensuring fair treatment and accountability.
Employers must provide reasonable accommodations to pregnant employees, such as modified duties, flexible schedules, or leave for medical needs. Denying these accommodations can violate Title VII, Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA), and Texas Labor Code §21.051. We help employees request and enforce these accommodations.
Pregnancy cannot be a factor in hiring, promotion, or job assignment decisions. If a qualified employee is passed over due to pregnancy, it constitutes discrimination under federal and Texas law. Egbuonu Law investigates these cases to ensure career opportunities are protected.
Employees cannot be demoted, disciplined, or terminated for requesting leave, accommodations, or reporting pregnancy discrimination. Retaliation is prohibited under Title VII, PDA, and Texas Labor Code §21.055, and we pursue claims to hold employers accountable.
Pregnant employees may face offensive comments, pressure to resign, or exclusion from workplace activities. Such harassment violates federal and Texas law. We help victims document incidents and pursue claims for a safer work environment.
Pregnancy-related leave, insurance, and other benefits must be provided fairly. Wrongful denial or interference can be a violation of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Title VII, and Texas law. We help employees enforce their entitlement to leave and benefits.
What Is Pregnancy Discrimination?
Pregnancy discrimination happens when an employee is treated unfairly due to pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions. It’s illegal under Texas Labor Code §21.051–§21.055, the Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA), and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. Discrimination can involve hiring, pay, promotions, accommodations, or termination. Employers must provide reasonable accommodations, investigate complaints, and prevent retaliation. At Egbuonu Law, we help Houston employees document violations, file claims, and hold employers accountable to ensure pregnant workers receive the protection and justice they deserve.
How Do I Address or Report Pregnancy Discrimination?
Employees in Houston have specific rights and steps to protect themselves from pregnancy discrimination:
Do You Have a Case?
Document discriminatory actions
- Record incidents of unfair treatment, including dates, times, locations, witnesses, and communications. Proper documentation strengthens your case.
Report to HR or management
- Follow your employer’s reporting policy. Employers are legally obligated to investigate complaints and take corrective action under Texas Labor Code §21.051.
Consult a pregnancy discrimination lawyer
- A lawyer can evaluate your situation, identify violations under Texas Labor Code §21.051 and §21.055 (retaliation protection), and guide you through legal remedies.
- This may include internal grievance procedures or filing with the EEOC or Texas Workforce Commission Civil Rights Division.
Protect against retaliation
- Any demotion, termination, or negative action for asserting your rights is illegal under Texas Labor Code §21.055. A pregnancy discrimination lawyer can help enforce your rights and pursue remedies.
In Which Situations Can You Take Legal Action for Pregnancy Discrimination?
You may have grounds for a pregnancy discrimination claim in Houston under these circumstances:
Hiring or promotion discrimination
- Being denied a job, promotion, or opportunity because of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.
Pay or benefits discrimination
- Unequal pay, bonuses, leave, or benefits due to pregnancy or childbirth.
Termination or demotion
- Being fired, laid off, or demoted because you are pregnant, planning to take maternity leave, or recently returned from leave.
Hostile work environment
- Repeated remarks, actions, or policies that create an intimidating, offensive, or unsupportive environment for pregnant employees.
Retaliation for reporting pregnancy discrimination
- Any adverse action taken against you for asserting your rights under Texas Labor Code §21.055
Ready to Take Action Against Pregnancy Discrimination?
No employee should be treated unfairly or face retaliation due to pregnancy or childbirth. If you’ve experienced pregnancy discrimination, bias, or retaliation at work, our pregnancy discrimination lawyer in Houston is here to protect your rights and hold employers accountable. Contact us today for a free consultation and take the first step toward justice and workplace equality.