By Azadian Law Group, PC – Leading Discrimination Attorney in Los Angeles
🚨 The Breaking News
In a developing legal battle that’s shaking up the hospitality industry, Terranea Resort—a luxury destination in Rancho Palos Verdes—is being sued for pregnancy discrimination and retaliation. The lawsuit, filed by former executive Chad Bustos, alleges that he was fired after standing up to his employer’s disturbing comments about maternity leave and female employees’ pregnancies.
This case is yet another reminder: pregnancy discrimination is real, and it’s unlawful. If you’re experiencing workplace retaliation or biased treatment, it’s time to speak with a seasoned discrimination attorney in Los Angeles.
⚖️ Case Details: What’s Alleged?
According to the complaint filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court, Bustos claims:
- The resort’s president, Ralph Grippo, made disparaging remarks about employees taking maternity leave.
- Female employees were allegedly questioned about their pregnancy status during internal meetings.
- After Bustos raised concerns and reported the behavior to Human Resources, he was subjected to increased scrutiny and was eventually terminated.
The full report can be accessed via the Los Angeles Times.
📜 What the Law Says: Know Your Rights
Pregnancy discrimination is strictly prohibited under both California and federal laws, including:
- The Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA)
- California’s cornerstone law protecting employees from discrimination based on sex, gender, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.
- Learn more on the California Civil Rights Department website.
- The Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA) – A federal law that amends Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, making it illegal to discriminate on the basis of pregnancy.
- Full details via the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
👩🏽💼 Your Rights as an Employee
Here’s what California employees are legally entitled to:
✅ A discrimination-free workplace
✅ Job-protected maternity leave (under both CFRA & FMLA)
✅ Reasonable accommodations for medical needs during pregnancy
✅ Freedom from retaliation when speaking up against discriminatory conduct
If any of this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and you’re not powerless.
🧠 Employer Obligations (No Excuses)
Employers in California are required to:
- Provide reasonable accommodations for pregnant employees
- Never inquire about an employee’s pregnancy or future family plans during evaluations or hiring
- Uphold strict anti-retaliation policies
- Train supervisors under mandatory harassment and discrimination compliance laws (DFEH Training Guide)
Failing to do so not only violates the law—it destroys company trust, morale, and reputation.
🧑⚖️ What This Lawsuit Signals
The Terranea Resort case isn’t an isolated incident. It reflects a systemic issue that many women still face in the workplace—disguised behind corporate PR and luxury branding.
We’ve helped countless women and whistleblowers fight back against unlawful discrimination, and our litigation team at Azadian Law Group, PC doesn’t blink when powerful employers cross the line.
📲 Speak With a Discrimination Attorney in Los Angeles
If you’re pregnant and being mistreated at work—or facing backlash for reporting discrimination—you may have a strong legal claim. Time matters, and so does experience.
👉 Contact Azadian Law Group, PC today
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