Going through pregnancy should be a time to anticipate a new arrival to your family and the joys of motherhood. If you fear for your job, you should know that federal law does not allow employers to discriminate against workers who are pregnant. However, you might...
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Pregnancy Discrimination
Discrimination signs to watch for during pregnancy
Pregnancy should be a joyous occasion of anticipation and excitement, but many expectant mothers struggle with workplace difficulties. Despite the legal prohibition, pregnancy discrimination still happens more often than it should. If you are expecting, you need to be...
Rights under Title VII and the Pregnancy Discrimination Act
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act protects employees from pregnancy discrimination. As noted by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, employees and job applicants may file claims against companies that discriminate based on pregnancy. Workers have the...
Can your employer deny you a promotion because you are pregnant?
When a new position opens up at your company, you might feel that you are a shoo-in due to your qualifications and the great contributions you can make in that role. However, your superior might try to deny you that promotion on the basis that you are pregnant and...
Can pregnant workers get fired for not wearing the uniform?
Many jobs require a uniform, and for a number of those, not adhering to the dress code is a good enough reason for an employee to end up fired. However, exceptions to this rule do exist. For example, pregnant workers must have an allowance and do not have to follow...
Facts about returning to work as a breastfeeding mother
According to the Washington State Department of Health, about 95% of mothers choose to breastfeed their babies. When mothers return to work, they do not stop nursing their children and must pump breastmilk during their shifts. Federal and state discrimination laws...
When should you tell your boss about your pregnancy?
Having a baby is a beautiful and exciting time in your life, but there are some challenges to navigate, especially when it comes to being a working mom. Long-standing societal problems relating to pregnancy discrimination may have you feeling anxious about your future...
What are some subtle signs of pregnancy discrimination?
No matter where you work, coworkers and bosses should treat you with respect. When a woman is pregnant, some workplaces may try to discriminate or treat her differently than usual. Knowing what some of these signs are is important for anyone worrying about...
What you should know about pregnancy discrimination
Women who are pregnant do not have any obligation to put an employer on notice of their condition until they wish to request time off. People typically choose to inform their employers of their pregnancies for logistical reasons around planning time-off. If someone...