The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has reached a settlement with Savage River Lodge, a Maryland hospitality business, over allegations of pregnancy discrimination and retaliation. The agreement involves the payment of $150,000 and additional relief to resolve the case.
Savage River Lodge, located in Frostburg, Maryland, offers cabins for rent and operates a restaurant for lodge guests. The case involved an employee who was not provided with accommodations necessary for her pregnancy by the lodge. After she disclosed her miscarriage, she was terminated from her position. This behavior is in violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Americans with Disabilities Act, according to the EEOC.
The settlement with Savage River Lodge includes provisions to address discrimination and retaliation issues. In addition to monetary relief, the EEOC aims to enforce federal laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on various protected characteristics, including pregnancy. This settlement serves as a reminder to employers to comply with anti-discrimination laws and provide accommodations for pregnant employees as required by law.
According to the EEOC’s Director of Enforcement Programs, “This settlement underscores our commitment to ensuring that all workers are treated fairly and without discrimination.” The commission continues its efforts to protect workers’ rights under federal law and promote equal opportunities in employment.
The settlement reached between the EEOC and Savage River Lodge is a positive step towards ensuring that all employees are treated fairly and without discrimination in the workplace. It serves as a reminder that employers must comply with anti-discrimination laws and provide accommodations for pregnant employees as required by law.
