$45 million to settle pregnant workers’ suit
In a case that highlights the need for employers to take the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act seriously, U.S. Customs and Border Protection has agreed to pay $45 million to settle a class-action lawsuit filed by 1,000 agency employees. The suit alleged CBP refused to accommodate pregnant workers with anything other than light-duty work.
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