Time To Even The Playing Field
Pregnancy should not put your job or hours at risk. California law gives pregnant workers clear rights to stay safe, get accommodations and take protected leave. It is important to understand the protections the law offers, especially if you want to ensure that your...
Cutting your hours because you’re pregnant isn’t just wrong; it’s considered pregnancy discrimination under California law. If your schedule changed after disclosing your pregnancy and your employer didn’t offer a legitimate reason, you have every reason to take that...
Pregnancy discrimination can feel stressful and isolating, especially when you want to focus on your health and career. California offers strong protections for pregnant employees under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the California Family Rights Act. Knowing...
Pregnancy should be a time that parents should enjoy. Yes, it can be exhausting, but it is also exciting. Unfortunately, your workplace will not always be as supportive of your pregnancy as your friends or family members. In fact, discrimination is common for...
Pregnancy is an exciting but challenging time. Women who are about to become mothers have a lot of planning to do. They need to get their homes and finances ready. They need to make sure that they have appropriate foods and medications on hand. Most women intend to...
Pregnancy can be a magical time for an expectant mother. It can also be a very difficult time. During pregnancy, women are vulnerable to domestic violence and an assortment of health challenges. They may also face discrimination. Some pregnant women get mistreated in...
New mothers have a lot of medical challenges to overcome. Frequently, they may have lingering pain and functional limitations related to the changes that occur during labor and delivery as well as pregnancy. They also lactate or produce milk as a source of nutrition...
Congratulations! You're pregnant. While you may be excited, navigating work during this time can be challenging, depending on your circumstances. Thankfully, California offers strong protections for expecting and working people. If you’re a pregnant working...
A majority of employers in California and around the country use automated tools like artificial intelligence algorithms when they screen job applicants, which some experts believe will lead to a sharp rise in pregnancy discrimination. AI algorithms narrow down a...
Pregnant workers and new parents may find that they are facing unjust treatment on the job related to their needs throughout the pregnancy or with their new children. While there are robust protections under California labor law protecting workers from pregnancy and...