It's illegal to treat someone unfairly because they're pregnant, or on maternity leave. Find out more about pregnancy discrimination and get in touch today.Maternity discrimination is the unfair and unjust actions and behaviours against employees who are pregnant or on maternity leave. This guide will walk you through making a direct pregnancy and maternity discrimination claim. Is pregnancy covered under the Equality Act 2010? Pregnancy discrimination is against the law. The EEOC enforces three federal laws that protect job applicants and employees who are pregnant. In this guide, we explain the obligations on employers to prevent maternity discrimination and the common pitfalls which can result in tribunal claims. What is pregnancy discrimination? A woman can only allege pregnancy and maternity discrimination if she can complain of unfavorable treatment.