Workforce Services Provider Accused of Pregnancy Discrimination

The EEOC has filed a pregnancy and disability discrimination lawsuit against Res-Care Inc. and Equus Workforce Solutions in New Mexico, the agency said Friday.

The job-assistance companies allegedly knew about an employee’s high-risk pregnancy and associated disabilities, but punished her for pregnancy-related medical absences, didn’t provide disability accommodations, and fired her. Such alleged actions violate Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, according to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

The agency said it is seeking back pay, compensatory and punitive damages, and injunctive relief.

The case is EEOC v. Res-Care, Inc., D.N.M., No. 1:23-cv-00856, complaint filed 9/29/23