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As you continue to work while pregnant, you may notice people around you treating you differently. In some cases, the negative impact this reaction has may not seem apparent at first. Learning more about the signs of pregnancy discrimination can help you if you are...
When your California employer maintains a workforce of 15 or more people, that employer has a legal obligation to comply with the guidelines set by the Americans with Disabilities Act. This means that if you work for such an employer, you have certain protections...
If you are pregnant and work in a highly competitive industry you may worry that your position will go to another employee while you take time off to care for your newborn. Here is what you should know about employers' obligations to women who take family leave after...
There are no rules that govern the right time to tell your boss that you are pregnant. Obviously, you have to tell him or her eventually, but the timing is up to you. Some women want to wait until they are through the first trimester before sharing the news, while...
Workplace discrimination can happen to any protected party without warning, even as modern workplaces strive toward its elimination. This includes discrimination toward pregnant employees. But exactly how does pregnancy discrimination work? And why does it happen in...
Many people believe bonding with a baby happens automatically. Realistically, it can take time to bond. Do not worry about rushing back to work too soon. According to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, new parents may be eligible for 12 weeks of leave...
Pregnancy should be a joyous time in your life in which you are able to work but also prepare for the birth of your child. While some pregnancies are straightforward, others can come with complications early on. This can mean that some people who are pregnant need to...
I read this article about pregnancy discrimination (I Was Fired for Being Pregnant - Yes, Really) the other day on the internet and I thought it was unfortunate that the author did not consult with us. Many times employers misclassify employees as independent...
How do you know if you've been discriminated against at work? Sometimes it is obvious, because your employer overtly tells you something. For example, your employer might tell you that it won't let you work because you are pregnant. Sometimes, it is less obvious. For...
While most California residents undoubtedly want to feel joyous anticipation when they find out they are expecting a child, they may also have less happy feelings. In particular, working women may worry that their employers will treat them unfairly due to their...