Why can’t pregnant women be denied?

Pregnant women cannot be denied because it is illegal to discriminate against someone based on their pregnancy status. This is a form of sex discrimination, which is prohibited under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Additionally, the Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978 prohibits employers from discriminating against pregnant women in any aspect of employment, including hiring, firing, pay, job assignments, promotions, layoff, training, fringe benefits, and any other terms or conditions of employment.

Additionally, denying pregnant women may also be a violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibits employers from discriminating against individuals based on their disability status. Pregnancy can be considered a disability in some cases, and if the individual is experiencing medical conditions related to the pregnancy, such as gestational diabetes or preeclampsia, then the employer must provide reasonable accommodations to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the pregnant employee.

Finally, denying pregnant women may also be a violation of the Family and Medical Leave Act, which requires employers to provide up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave to employees for certain medical and family reasons, including childbirth and pregnancy. Employers are also not allowed to interfere with an employee's rights under the FMLA or retaliate against them for taking leave.

In conclusion, denying pregnant women is illegal and violates multiple anti-discrimination laws, as well as the Family and Medical Leave Act. Employers must provide reasonable accommodations and respect the rights of pregnant women in order to comply with the law.