Legal Protection For Workers
Workplace privacy stands as an important right for employees. When it comes to sensitive matters like pregnancy, employees may wonder if their boss has the right to share this information with others in the workplace. Understanding your privacy rights helps you...
Returning to work after having a baby can be challenging, especially for mothers who are currently breastfeeding. Talking with your supervisor about this aspect of motherhood might feel awkward, but a frank exchange is mandatory. Approaching the conversation well can...
Pregnancy discrimination can be emotionally and financially devastating. Every employee, pregnant or not, deserves respect. Knowing when to take legal action due to mistreatment over your pregnancy can be difficult. However, there are definite circumstances when doing...
Pregnancy requires adjustments. This can be especially true in the workplace. In California, legal provisions can help pregnant employees receive reasonable accommodations to support their health. 1. Flexible work schedules With flexible work schedules, employers...
In this digital age, work increasingly takes place remotely. Unfortunately, for pregnant individuals in California, the specter of discrimination can persist even within the confines of their own homes. Understanding the nuances of pregnancy discrimination in a remote...
All people have a right to a workplace that is free from discrimination. One protected class under the law includes expecting mothers. Pregnancy discrimination is still prevalent in many workplaces and can affect the mother's future. Employers who allow hostile work...
The United States has taken significant strides over the years in the pursuit of gender equality. The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act represents one such stride. A federal law enacted to help safeguard the rights of pregnant women in the workplace, the PWFA promotes...
Employers have a legal obligation to accommodate reasonable requests from pregnant employees on the job. Unfortunately, you might not be sure what constitutes a reasonable request. Understanding some of the typical accommodations can help you advocate for your rights...
Pregnancy is a significant life experience that brings both excitement and responsibilities. Among these new obligations are medical appointments and the need for occasional time off work. Understanding your workplace rights as a pregnant employee can help you balance...
The joy of expecting a child can often come with unexpected challenges, especially for working women. One of these challenges is the unfortunate and unlawful experience of workplace discrimination due to pregnancy. Despite legal protections in place to prevent such...