An employee worked for a dentist in Suffolk County for less than one year.  The dentist terminated her approximately 10 days after she disclosed that she was pregnant.  At a time when she was supposed to be filled with joy about bringing a new life into the world, she was beset with anxiety and  financial problems.  Employment Attorney Raymond Nardo filed a charge of discrimination at the New York State Division of Human Rights ("NYSDHR"). 

After an investigation of the charge of discrimination, the employer's position, and an interview of both sides, the New York State Division of Human Rights issued a "probable cause" finding that discrimination occurred, and set the matter down for a hearing.

After nearly a dozen witnesses testified and were examined and cross-examined at the hearing, the Administrative Law Judge issued an award to totaling more than $100,000.