Can I be fired for being pregnant?

No. In New Hampshire, it is illegal to fire someone for being pregnant. This is known as wrongful termination. According to the New Hampshire Law Against Discrimination (NHLAD), employers are not allowed to terminate or refuse to hire an employee if their pregnancy is the reason for termination. The NHLAD also prevents employers from discriminating against employees based on their pregnancy status. This means employers cannot deny benefits or privileges to someone who is pregnant, refuse to train or promote them, suspend them without cause, or do anything else that would constitute discrimination based on pregnancy. If an employee believes they were wrongfully terminated because of their pregnancy, they have the right to file a complaint with the New Hampshire Human Rights Commission. The Commission will investigate the allegations, and if found to be true, they can file a civil lawsuit seeking damages from the employer. Overall, it is illegal to fire an employee in New Hampshire for being pregnant. It is a violation of the New Hampshire Law Against Discrimination which ensures that employees are protected from pregnancy-based discrimination. If an employee believes they were wrongfully terminated because of their pregnancy, they have the right to take legal action against their employer.

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