2019-05-20
The complainant worked for the respondent clothing retailer as a fitter of intimate apparel. She alleged the retailer reduced her hours from approximately 35 to three to six hours per week after becoming aware of her intention to have children. She further alleged that, once she informed the retailer of her pregnancy, her hours were further reduced and unwarranted concerns about her performance raised in an effort to pressure her to resign.
The retailer denied the allegations but agreed to participate in conciliation.
The complaint was resolved. The parties agreed to end the employment relationship. The retailer agreed to pay the complainant $10,000 less applicable tax.
Year
Discrimination type
Sex Discrimination Act
Grounds
Pregnancy
Sex
Areas
Employment
Compensation
Amount
$10,000