O'Reilly Auto Parts to pay $5.6M for employee discrimination

Enumclaw's O'Reilly Auto Parts store among 170 Washington locations affected by settlement

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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The state Attorney General's Office announced that O'Reilly Auto Parts has agreed to a $5.6 million consent decree to resolve allegations of pregnancy and nursing discrimination against more than 50 workers across roughly 170 Washington locations, including the Enumclaw store. While the company denies wrongdoing, it has agreed to new training and policy changes as part of the settlement.

Why it matters

This case highlights ongoing concerns about workplace discrimination, particularly against pregnant and nursing employees, and the need for companies to have clear policies and training to protect worker rights. The settlement also raises questions about the broader treatment of workers at O'Reilly Auto Parts locations across the state.

The details

The state Attorney General's Office alleged that O'Reilly Auto Parts failed to provide reasonable accommodations for pregnant workers and new mothers, including denying requests for light duty, more frequent breaks, and temporary schedule changes. The $5.6 million settlement will provide compensation to affected workers, and the company has agreed to implement new anti-discrimination training and policies at its Washington stores.

  • The state Attorney General's Office announced the $5.6 million settlement on March 10, 2026.

The players

O'Reilly Auto Parts

A national auto parts retailer with approximately 170 locations across Washington state.

Washington State Attorney General's Office

The state agency that investigated and reached the settlement with O'Reilly Auto Parts over allegations of pregnancy and nursing discrimination.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

What’s next

The state Attorney General's Office will monitor O'Reilly Auto Parts' compliance with the new training and policy requirements as part of the settlement.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing need for companies to have clear policies and training to protect the rights of pregnant workers and new mothers, and the willingness of state authorities to take action against workplace discrimination.