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Protecting Pregnant Employees from Themselves – I Can Do That, Right?
Brenda has been working as a construction worker for 10 years installing drywall. When she found out she was pregnant, she was hesitant to tell her employer and knew it was only a matter of time before her co-workers would notice she was pregnant and not just gaining weight. After telling her boss, he said she had to go on leave, immediately. “But, why? I’ve never felt better,” Brenda responded. “Because I don’t want to be responsible for you or your unborn child being hurt,” he replied. *
(*These incidents are based on real cases. Names and other details have been changed.)
The HR world has no shortage of myths regarding what employers can and can’t do. Here is one we frequently see:
Myth: If an employee exceeds an employer’s policy on the maximum number of absences, the employer can discipline the employee, regardless of the reason for the absence.
This information is provided by ePlace Solutions, Inc. which is solely responsible for its content. ePlace Solutions, Inc. is not engaged in rendering legal or other professional services. Federal and state laws are more complex than presented here. This information is simplified for the sake of brevity and is not a substitute for legal advice. ePlace Solutions, Inc. disclaims any liability, loss or risk incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the use and application of any of the contents of this information.
