Maternity and Pregnancy Discrimination Solicitors

According to the Equality Act 2010, employers are required to treat employees who are pregnant or on maternity leave fairly and must not discriminate against them. Unfortunately, this doesn’t always happen.  

If you are being discriminated against because you are pregnant or on maternity leave, speak to one of our solicitors today.

Maternity and Pregnancy Discrimination at Work

Facing discrimination at work is stressful and upsetting, especially during such a special and life-changing time. Our discrimination lawyers understand this and will offer sensitive and practical advice to help alleviate the burden for you. We also understand that your situation is unique. We take the time to learn the full details of your case in order to provide you with the best advice and support possible. 

Our discrimination solicitors have represented clients from a variety of industries and have been able to achieve positive outcomes for thousands of clients, sometimes securing substantial settlements on their behalf.  

Maternity and pregnancy discrimination is unacceptable in any workplace. If you are being discriminated against by your employer, contact one of our solicitors today. 

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What is Pregnancy and Maternity Discrimination?

Pregnancy and maternity discrimination occurs when an employer treats a woman unfavourably during the protected period. The treatment may be because of pregnancy, because of an illness suffered by her as a result of pregnancy, because she is on compulsory maternity leave, or because she is seeking to or has exercised her right to ordinary or additional maternity leave. 

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Bringing a discrimination claim against your employer

If you feel you have been discriminated against, you can bring a claim to an employment tribunal. Claims must be brought within three months (less one day) of the act complained about subject to any extension of time granted by correct use of ACAS Early Conciliation.  

Where discrimination has occurred over a period of time, the claim can be brought within three months (less one day) of the date of the last act in a series of interconnected, linked acts, subject to any extension of time granted by correct use of ACAS Early Conciliation.  

If you wish to bring a claim against your employer, it is important to note that in most cases you must submit a written grievance to your employer complaining of the discrimination. A failure to do so could result in any compensation being reduced by up to 25%. However, the grievance process has no impact on the time limits unless further acts of discrimination occur. 

Why Morrish Solicitors?

Our Employment Rights team has a longstanding reputation for helping clients with a variety of employment law claims, including discrimination.

We understand that your circumstances are unique, and that’s why we’re careful to listen to your situation and provide the best possible solutions to support you.

Personal service

As a Yorkshire-based firm, you can benefit from our competitive rates. We believe in representing people, not large organisations, which is why we aim to provide expert advice, personable service, and excellent value for money.

Expert advice, no matter where you live

All our services can be provided at your convenience either in-person, over the phone or by email or post. So, it doesn’t matter where you live, we’ll always be here to support you.

Want more information? Contact a member of our team today.

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Why our clients choose Morrish Solicitors

The service we received was exceptional, we were kept in formed at every step. The whole experience was dealt with in a very professional manner.

Employment Rights Client, January 2022.

The service we received was exceptional, we were kept in formed at every step. The whole experience was dealt with in a very professional manner.

Employment Rights Client, January 2022

Clear and honest communication and available to speak with when required. A very professional service.

Employment Rights Client, January 2022

Regular updates and clear information without the jargon helped with a group claim that would otherwise have not been awarded

Maddie Daley, January 2022

Morrish Solicitors service was excellent. The level of professionalism was exemplary. I would recommend the firm to everyone, due to the standard of service I received. A job well done and thanks so much for helping me through a difficult period and obtaining the best possible outcome.

Mark Stewart, November 2021

Meet the Employment Rights Team

Daniel Kindell

Partner & Head of Employment

David Sorensen

Managing Partner

Paul Scholey

Employment Consultant

Tony Rippon

Associate Solicitor, Employment

Haylee Chambers

Associate Solicitor, Employment

Hanan Hewitson

Employment Solicitor

Omar Ghaffoor

Employment Solicitor

Christina Moore

Trade Union Helpdesk Advisor

Ranjit O’Mahony

Senior Solicitor, Employment

Damian Kelly

Head of Professional Conduct & Regulatory, Employment Solicitor

Kate Forrest

Employment Solicitor

Lawrence Ofori

Employment Solicitor

Erin Garnham

Employment Solicitor

Nicholas McMahon

Legal Assistant

Megan Knight

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