# Pregnancy Discrimination Attorney | Job Loss & Denied Leave > Fired or denied leave due to pregnancy in Fresno? Our attorneys fight illegal FEHA discrimination, wrongful termination. No upfront fees! Source: https://fresnoemployeelawyer.com/pregnancy-discrimination/ Firm: Employment Lawyers Group — employee-side employment lawyers since 1993. Serving Fresno County, California. Phone: (818) 783-7300 (calling is the fastest way to reach the legal team) Office: 13418 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 Contact form: https://fresnoemployeelawyer.com/contact/ Consultations are free and confidential; cases are taken on contingency. --- If you have been fired, demoted, or denied a reasonable accommodation or parental leave due to pregnancy in Fresno County, your employer likely violated the **California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA)**. We specialize exclusively in representing employees in the Central Valley, taking cases on a contingency fee basis with **no upfront costs**. ## **California Law vs. Federal Law: Maximizing Your Protection Under FEHA** **FEHA** offers much stronger protection than the federal Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA). Here is what you need to know about your rights: - **Pregnancy Disability Leave (PDL) Explained:** PDL allows up to four months of job-protected leave for pregnancy-related conditions, separate from standard medical leave. - **FEHA's Duty to Accommodate:** Employers must provide specific, reasonable accommodations (e.g., modified work duties, a stool/chair, more frequent breaks) if advised by your doctor. - **The Crucial Distinction:** California Family Rights Act (CFRA) and PDL can often be stacked, granting significantly more than 12 weeks of total job-protected time off for both disability and bonding. ## **Proving Wrongful Termination Based on Pregnancy** Being terminated while pregnant or after announcing a pregnancy is a strong indicator of illegal discrimination. Our strategy focuses on the following: - **Identifying Illegal Reasons:** We look for specific, real-world examples of illegal termination, such as being fired immediately after announcing your pregnancy, or being suddenly criticized for your performance after a doctor requests a work restriction. - **The Pretext Burden:** Your employer may claim a "legitimate" reason (e.g., poor performance, layoff). We work to prove this reason was merely a **pretext** for discrimination, a key legal step to winning your case. ## **Retaliation for Requesting Leave is Illegal** Any adverse action taken against you after engaging in a "protected activity" is illegal retaliation. This includes: - Filing a complaint about discrimination. - Merely **asking** your HR department or supervisor about PDL or CFRA leave. - The **timing** of the adverse action (e.g., being demoted or fired within a short period after your request) is often a powerful piece of evidence in your favor. ## **Q&A Section: Common Fresno Client Questions** **Q: Can my employer deny my request to work from home due to my pregnancy?** A: Yes, but only if they can prove the accommodation is an "undue hardship." If your doctor recommended it, your employer must engage in a good-faith "interactive process" to find a solution. Refusing without discussion is often illegal. **Q: What is the STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS WARNING for a pregnancy discrimination case in California?** A: The deadline is extremely strict. You typically have only **one year** from the last act of discrimination to file a complaint with the California Civil Rights Department (CRD), formerly DFEH. **Do not wait, your legal rights may expire.** Our lead attorney, **Karl Gerber**, and the Employment Lawyers Group have over **30 years of experience** handling employee lawsuits in California. Call **[(818) 783-7300](tel:8187837300)** today for a confidential, toll-confidential consultation with an experienced Fresno employment lawyer. **Se habla espanol.** ## Our Firm: No Upfront Fees or Costs ### Contingency Fee Representation All employment cases for employees are taken on a **contingency basis**. We are only paid a fee **when and if we win** your case, and we **advance all litigation costs**. Our goal is to make expert legal representation accessible to every hardworking employee. ### Serving Fresno County We have proudly served all of Fresno County since 1993. Ready to discuss your case? 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He has represented a wide range of employees throughout California. Mr. Gerber has won **51 of the binding arbitrations and jury trials** he first chaired, and a number of his appeals are published. This deep trial experience is the foundation of the firm's strategic approach to litigation. The employment attorneys employed by the Employment Lawyers Group have worked at the firm well in excess of five years, have also tried many different labor cases, and have all been **extensively trained on employment and wrongful termination law by Karl Gerber**. [Meet Karl Gerber](https://fresnoemployeelawyer.com/karl-gerber/) ## Ready to Discuss Your Case? Your rights as an employee matter. Submit a contact form and we'll get back to you. Submit A Contact Form [Call (818) 783-7300 Now](tel:8187837300)