Amazon Sued for Denying Pregnant Workers Bathroom Breaks

A group of four women has filed a lawsuit against Amazon, alleging that the company denied them basic workplace accommodations and subsequently terminated their employment. The plaintiffs, who have not disclosed their identities, claim that they requested reasonable adjustments to accommodate health conditions, but Amazon failed to provide the necessary support and dismissed them after the requests were made. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, seeks damages for wrongful termination and punitive damages for alleged discrimination.

The complaint details that the women were employed in various Amazon fulfillment centers in the Boston area and that their requests for accommodations—such as modified work schedules and ergonomic equipment—were either ignored or denied. According to the filing, the company’s response was to terminate the employees within weeks of the requests, citing “performance” and “policy violations” that the plaintiffs say were pretextual. Amazon has not yet issued a formal statement regarding the allegations, but it has historically maintained that it complies with all federal and state employment laws.

If the case proceeds, it could add to a growing number of high‑profile lawsuits targeting Amazon’s labor practices. The plaintiffs’ attorneys argue that the company’s actions violate the Americans with Disabilities Act and Massachusetts’ Fair Employment Practices Act. The outcome may prompt Amazon to review its accommodation policies and could influence how large retailers address employee health and safety claims.