New Charges Accepted by the EEOC under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

June 27, 2023

Today, Tuesday, June 27, 2023, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) takes effect. The PWFA will expand protections to ensure that workers who are experiencing pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions have the right to reasonable accommodations in the workplace. 


Employees of "covered employers" are protected by the PWFA.  ”Covered employers” include private and public sector employers with at least 15 employees, Congress, Federal agencies, employment agencies, and labor organizations.


President Joe Biden signed the PWFA into law on December 29, 2022.


The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) will analyze charges regarding accommodations for workers under the PWFA.  Charges related to incidents that occur on or after June 27, 2023 will be accepted by the EEOC.


The PWFA builds upon existing protections against pregnancy discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. 


If your business has any questions on this topic or any other matters, please do not hesitate to contact the attorneys at The Royal Law Firm at 413-586-2288.

Royal Attorneys Secure Summary Judgment at Massachusetts Appeals Court

December 5, 2025
Our attorneys successfully obtained summary judgment in favor of the Defendant from the Massachusetts Appeals Court in a Wage Act and contract dispute. The Complainant alleged entitlement to a substantial variable compensation award following resignation. We demonstrated that the compensation plan made such awards discretionary and contingent on continued employment at the time of payout. The Appeals Court agreed, finding that the award did not constitute wages under the Wage Act and that the Defendant acted lawfully in denying payment. All claims were dismissed in their entirety.

Amy Royal Named 2025 Super Lawyer!

By The Royal Law Firm • November 5, 2025
Attorney Amy Royal has once again been selected as a Super Lawyer ! As published by Super Lawyers Amy B. Royal is a top-rated attorney, with her firm headquartered in Springfield, Massachusetts. Providing legal representation in the New England states and New York, for a variety of different issues, Amy Royal was selected to Super Lawyers for 2014 - 2016, 2019 - 2025. Attorneys like Amy B. Royal are recognized by their peers for their outstanding work and commitment to the spirit of the legal profession. Their knowledge of the law, professional work ethic, and advocacy on behalf of their clients allow them to stand out among other attorneys in the field.