Being pregnant, whether it is your first child or more, comes with a bevy of emotions. You already love the child growing inside of you, but as a dedicated employee you still want your career to advance, even if you need to take some time off for pregnancy and...
Pregnancy Discrimination
How does federal law protect pregnant women from discrimination?
Expecting a child can be one of life’s greatest joys, but this joy can be overshadowed if an expecting parent in California is treated unfairly at work due to the pregnancy. Fortunately, federal law provides strong protections against pregnancy discrimination in the...
Protections against pregnancy discrimination in the workplace
Women should not have to suffer discrimination because of pregnancy, childbirth or a related medical condition. Pregnancy discrimination against them based on one of the circumstances is prohibited and pregnant women and their families should be aware of that and what...
What you need to know about pregnancy discrimination
You have the right to work without fear of discrimination or harassment, but unfortunately, employers do not always respect this right. You may find that you are a victim of discrimination for a variety of reasons, including your pregnancy. While having a baby should...
Can your employer fire you for taking medical leave?
California is an employment at will state. This means that, in most cases, both you or your employer can end your employment any time either of you wishes to, with or without cause.Per the National Federation of Independent Business, however, if your employer fires...
Expecting a child? Understand the Pregnancy Discrimination Act
Expecting a child can be an exciting time in any California resident's life. You may have thought about becoming a mother for some time, and now that you are pregnant, you are immensely excited. However, you may get the feeling that some people are not as excited...
Did pregnancy discrimination turn your happy news sour?
Most people have mixed feelings about having children. Some California residents may have known from a young age that they wanted to be a parent, and others may have adamantly known that they did not want kids. Others, still, may have been on the fence until they...
What you need to know about pregnancy discrimination
Here are the facts: Women in the workplace who are pregnant or who have recently given birth are a protected class according to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. According to this landmark legislation, "[...] women affected by pregnancy, childbirth, or...
What is California’s pregnancy disability leave law?
Pregnancy can be a wonderful and exciting chapter in your life, but it can also bring many new worries, especially if you are experiencing a difficult pregnancy. If you are a pregnant employee in California, you have certain rights and protections under California...
Do I have employment rights during pregnancy? Can I get paid if on leave?
If you are a hospital employee and are pregnant or might become pregnant, this blog post is for you. Pregnancy could affect all stages of your employment, from hiring and firing to job assignments to post-birth time with your child. It is critical to know what your...
Why Hire Bononi Law Group?
You can choose among many California law firms when seeking an attorney for your employment law matter. Here are four reasons you should consider Bononi Law Group.