Pregnancy Discrimination is also illegal in any aspect of employment such as pay, job function, layoffs, promotions, firing, fringe benefits, training, etc. An employee cannot be terminated for being pregnant or taking a protected pregnancy leave of absence.If you would like to file a discrimination, harassment or retaliation complaint, complete and submit the Intake Assessment Form. If you are being discriminated against because of your pregnancy, it's critical to seek legal counsel. The California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) prohibits discrimination and harassment based on pregnancy. Employees, former employees, or job applicants who have suffered retaliation or discrimination may file a retaliation complaint. Moreover, the law prohibits any form of discrimination against a woman due to pregnancy. Pregnant workers in California need not wait for the EEOC to act to ensure they receive legal protections both during and after pregnancy. A more complete list can be found in Section 12940(a) of the California Government Code. Types of Employee Discrimination.