The purpose of this paper is to describe the situation of women in the labor legislation. Shall be cited constitutional and legal foundations that ensure gender equality. I will describe the rights of pregnant women, women who have given birth or are nursing their infants in order to protect the employee. Employers are required to ensure the protection of these groups of workers. Women still face various forms of discrimination in society, in employment and in the workplace. This paper describes the problems of gender discrimination and the measures that would be adequate to achieve true gender equality. Different stereotypes are still present in society, and they hinder the advancement of women in all areas. Also in many standards prohibiting discrimination in payment of wages. Employers are obliged to ensure equal pay for equal work or work of equal value. When it comes to gender equality, anti-discrimination measures and the protection of women it is important to take account of European standards as set out in numerous international documents.