Many new mothers must return to work before they stop lactating. This means they must take time periodically to pump breast milk. However, in years past, less understanding American employers often would refuse to grant breaks to pump or give new mothers privacy to perform this necessary task. In 2010, Congress passed a law called …
Why is Pregnancy Discrimination Hard to Recognize?
California workers have the right to work without fear of discrimination. This goes for pregnant women as well. Unfortunately, discrimination against pregnant women can take surprising forms. In some cases, it is hard to tell you are facing discrimination. It is important to understand the covert signs of pregnancy discrimination. This allows you to fight …
Workplace Lactation Rights for Breastfeeding Mothers
Many California women who return to work following maternity leave are still breastfeeding their babies. This practice requires them to spend some time every few hours pumping and then safely storing their expressed milk. However, at certain work sites it can be difficult to find a place to pump in private. What rights are available …
Does the Law Protect Pregnant Workers Against Discrimination?
In California, employers are prohibited from discriminating against workers and applicants for many reasons. They cannot discriminate because of sex, ethnicity, nation of origin or race. Another condition that is protected under the Civil Rights Act of 1964 is pregnancy. The Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA) is an amendment to this act that prohibits any type of …
The Workplace and Pregnancy
The government has established rules and regulations to protect the workforce against unfair treatment such as sexual harassment, racial discrimination and retaliation. There are classes of employees that the government aims to protect from abuse at the hands of an employer. Pregnancy is a part of life that many women experience at various stages and …