Every pregnant employee has certain rights in the state of California. You can and should exercise these rights to receive the accommodations necessary to help you do your job.

Going over your rights as a pregnant employee in California, and speaking with a California employment law attorney who can help you, will make it easier for you to obtain the accommodation you need.

What Are Your Rights As A Pregnant Employee In California?

In the state of California, employers cannot fire, demote, or discriminate against an employee for their pregnancy, childbirth, or any other, related, medical conditions.

For example, if you are pregnant, your employer cannot fire you for this. And, if they do fire you, as a result of your pregnancy, they have committed an illegal act. As a result, you have the right to work with an attorney to obtain the justice you deserve for the unlawful treatment you received.

In addition to those rights, pregnant employees in California have the right to reasonable accommodation.

If you ask for reasonable accommodation and your employer fails to provide it, your employer could be violating the law. Here too, seeking the guidance and assistance of an attorney could be beneficial.

What Should You Do If You Were Fired Due To Your Pregnancy?

If you were fired due to your pregnancy, you can take legal action, and an attorney can help you. You cannot be fired due to your pregnancy, and, as such, if you were, you would be well within your rights to respond with legal action.

Outside of contacting an attorney, you should gather up all of the documentation that supports your claims. This includes emails and performance reviews – among others – that demonstrate your firing was unjust.

If you file a lawsuit against your employer, and this lawsuit is successful, you should be able to obtain damages for the losses you suffered. These damages may encompass back pay and even getting your job back, among other possibilities.

What Is The Reasonable Accommodation All Pregnant Employees Are Entitled To?

The reasonable accommodation all pregnant employees are entitled to can be summed up as the following: things that make your day-to-day life easier without imposing undue hardship on your employer.

Just as an example, if you ask for seating due to your pregnancy, your employer should usually be able to provide this. That is, unless this will impose an undue hardship on your employer, which may be unlikely.

In addition, your employer should also provide you with the necessary work leave, adjust your schedule to accommodate doctor visits, and alter your work duties.

If your employer is unwilling to provide reasonable accommodation, this means that they have failed to honor their obligations as an employer. In this situation, you can take your case to an attorney.

Speak With A Northern California Employment Law Attorney Today

If you are a pregnant employee who is being discriminated against, you should work with an attorney who can help. Speak with a Northern California employment law attorney at Maire & Deedon today to receive the legal assistance and representation you need.