2018-02-08
The complainant was pregnant and worked at the respondent training provider. She alleged the company initiated a formal performance management process because she was late to work on some occasions due to severe morning sickness.
The complainant’s supervisor and the company denied the allegations but agreed to participate in conciliation.
The complaint was resolved with an agreement that the company pay the complainant $3,000 as general damages, waive debts due to accidental over payment and provide her with a statement of service. The company also agreed to review policies and training with respect to equal employment opportunity, incorporating feedback from the complainant. The parties agreed to end the employment relationship.
Year
Discrimination type
Disability Discrimination Act
Sex Discrimination Act
Grounds
Disability
Pregnancy
Areas
Employment
Compensation
Anti-discrimination/EEO policy reviewed/revised
Statement of service
Anti-discrimination/EEO training reviewed/revised
Amount
$3,000