Federal judge warns HR – deny pregnancy accommodations and face legal risks

Upon returning from leave, Cooper was breastfeeding and requested accommodations, including a private lactation room and a work schedule that would allow her to take breaks to pump. The complaint alleges that Security Assurance Management, Inc. either denied or ignored these requests. As a result, Cooper had to pump in her car and experienced incidents where she leaked through her clothing during work. Attempts by Cooper, her union representative, and her attorney to discuss accommodations with the company were unsuccessful, according to the complaint.