The New York City sex and gender discrimination attorneys at Risman & Risman, P.C. have extensive experience handling all types of sex and gender discrimination claims. Discrimination based on sex or gender can occur at any stage of the employment relationship, from the application process through termination of employment. Such discrimination is often accompanied by sexual harassment or a hostile work environment. Pregnancy discrimination is also prohibited, both under the federal Pregnancy Discrimination Act (which amended Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964) and under New York State and City law. The New York State Human Rights Law (NYSHRL) and the New York City Human Rights Law (NYCHRL) provide broad protections that apply to most employers and are interpreted liberally to protect workers.