EEOC Sues Roundy's Supermarkets for Pregnancy Discrimination and ADA Violation

The EEOC has initiated legal action against Roundy's Supermarkets, Inc., alleging that the company engaged in unlawful employment practices. Specifically, the lawsuit claims violations of Title VII, as amended by the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The EEOC asserts that Roundy's discriminated against employees due to their pregnancies and/or disabilities, failing to provide reasonable accommodations as required by law.

This enforcement action signals a potential area of increased scrutiny for employers regarding pregnancy and disability accommodations. Compliance officers should review their current policies and practices related to pregnancy leave, accommodations for pregnancy-related conditions, and disability accommodations to ensure they align with federal anti-discrimination laws. While no specific compliance deadline is mentioned in this announcement, companies should proactively assess their procedures to mitigate risks of similar claims and ensure adherence to ADA and PDA requirements.