Disputes Google accused of penalising father after parental leave Former sales manager claims he was treated with a lack of empathy and less favourably than his female colleagues iStock.com/Ingus Kruklitis Image Josh Stephens Senior Reporter Friday 29 May 2026 Google has been accused of harbouring “discriminatory attitudes” towards a single father who took time off to bond with his new baby. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Disputes Google agrees $118m settlement of gender discrimination class action Class Actions Google settles claim it favoured white and Asian workers Discrimination Google ordered to pay $1.1m after losing gender bias suit Discrimination Google accused of discrimination during “high-risk” pregnancy