Women who are pregnant and those who are returning to work while breastfeeding a baby have specific rights in the workplace. Ensuring that all employees know exactly what rights they have is critical. Fortunately, employees in California have some rigorous rights in...
Unfortunately, pregnant employees experience discrimination in the workplace. The California Family Rights Act (CFRA) requires employers to provide employees disabled by pregnancy, childbirth, adoption or related medical conditions with accommodations. However, some...
When you find out you’re expecting a baby, it should be the most exciting and happy time for you and your family. There are going to be lots of new experiences and wonderful moments to come. Unfortunately, the reality for many is that with this excitement comes...
Pregnancy discrimination occurs when an employer treats a worker differently or denies them opportunities because they are expecting a child. Women who require medical accommodations and are visibly pregnant may face discrimination on the job. Most women would...
Pregnancy discrimination occurs when someone is treated unfavorably due to their pregnancy or a medical condition related to childbirth. It is unlawful to discriminate against anyone based on pregnancy in any aspect of employment, including hiring, pay, promotions,...
Pregnancy comes with a lot of medical and emotional consequences. While some women have completely healthy and uneventful pregnancies, others develop pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes or other serious medical issues. As if these health concerns and the strain that...
Pregnancy is a family matter -- not a women’s issue. Expecting a child does not make you a less productive employee, nor should it cause you problems at work. Although employers have become more accepting of worker pregnancy over the years, many still have much to...
If you are pregnant and continue to work, something you should know is that your employer cannot compel you to stop working or take leave due to that fact unless being pregnant hinders your ability to do your job. This is important to know, especially because most...
If you’re a pregnant employee, something that you should know is that you are protected against discrimination by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). As someone who is pregnant, your employer is responsible for reasonably accommodating your needs on...
Deciding to start or expand your family should be an exciting time for a mother. But in some cases, expecting, soon-to-be-expecting and new mothers can face unfair treatment from their employer and workplace due to their pregnancy status. This treatment is never okay,...
