The Brief
- Washington state is suing Seattle Public Schools for allegedly not providing required accommodations to pregnant and nursing employees.
- The Attorney General’s investigation found SPS lacked policies and retaliated against employees seeking accommodations, leading to a lawsuit for discriminatory practices.
SEATTLE – Washington state is suing Seattle Public Schools, alleging the district has repeatedly failed to accommodate pregnant and nursing employees.
According to the Attorney General’s Office, their investigation found SPS “routinely failed” to provide accommodations to pregnant and nursing employees — including flexible bathroom breaks, modified schedules, and the ability to sit more often — all of which are required by law.
The AGO contends one pregnant employee they spoke with was not allowed to sit her entire workday, and she was eight months pregnant.…