Pregnancy Discrimination in the Workplace

by Karl Gerber Employment Lawyers Group

Pregnant employees enjoy broad protection under California and federal laws. For example, it is illegal for your employer to fire you, demote you, transfer you, five you a false poor work performance evaluation or reduce your hours because you are pregnant.

Under California law, some mothers can take up to four months of leave under the Pregnancy Disability Leave Law (PDLL) to deal with pregnancy related medical conditions. Following the birth of your child, you may be entitled to take an additional 12 weeks of leave to bond with your child under the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), for a total of seven months of leave.

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