A complaint must be filed with OEO within 180 days from the last date of discrimination. Pregnant women do have legal protection against employment discrimination and unfair termination under both federal law and Florida law.Pregnancy discrimination is against the law. The EEOC enforces three federal laws that protect job applicants and employees who are pregnant. Thus, a woman experiencing pregnancy discrimination must first file a complaint with either the Florida Commission on Human Relations (FCHR) or the EEOC. If you are dealing with pregnancy discrimination at work, find out how the experienced attorneys at Gallup Auerbach in South Florida can help you. The unfair treatment can involve hiring, firing, promotions, pay, job assignments, training, benefits, and other terms of employment. Unfortunately, individuals who take FMLA leave or are disabled find themselves discriminated against at work. In Florida, women are now protected against workplace discrimination on the basis of pregnancy. Fill out our Free Case Evaluation form right now.