At any point in time in pregnancy, health issues or other factors can come into play that makes it challenging for the woman to maintain her typical work routine. Issues such as extreme or severe morning sickness, the need to attend appointments with their doctor as well as when bed rest is ordered for the health and well-being of the mother and baby.
In some situations, a woman applying for a job with a Los Angeles business may find she is not hired due to her pregnancy or perhaps she is not promoted due to the pregnancy. These issues, including employers not allowing time off work for pre and post-childbirth health-related concerns, can all fall under the category of pregnancy discrimination.
What to Do First
As a pregnant woman, if you are treated differently during the pregnancy, passed over for promotions or denied time off of work to attend to medical appointments, it is time to hire a pregnancy discrimination lawyer.
Businesses have to follow the laws as stated in the California Fair Employment and Housing Act as well as the California Family Rights Act and other statutes in the law. By hiring an experienced pregnancy discrimination lawyer, it is possible to move quickly to have the issues addressed and corrected, possibly without the need to go to court.
To prepare for your first meeting with the attorney, make a list of the discrimination that occurred as a result of the pregnancy. Provide as much information as possible, including how the discrimination impacted your livelihood, health or your career.
In Los Angeles, a pregnancy discrimination lawyer should provide a free consultation. This allows you to talk about the facts and find out if there is a case to be made for discrimination based on the pregnancy. This is also a time to get to know the attorney and ensure you are comfortable with your choice of legal representation for the case.
