I am seven months pregnant and for the past two months at work, my boss has been making comments like, "You don't look so good; I don't think you'll make it till October." (when I had planned to leave on paid maternity.)
Today, she told me that today would be my last day! She said with the "way I had been feeling", she didn't think it would be in my best interest to stay until October. Keep in mind that I had never complained about the way I had been feeling to her or anyone I work with.
She told me that she had hired someone to work my hours starting on Monday. This is blatant pregnancy discrimination. I can file for unemployment, but the issue here is that what she did is illegal and I want to make her see that. Can I sue the company?
2006-08-18 18:44:29 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Preschool
I don't think you can sue the company, but you can sure as heck make a complaint to the EEOC.
She is without a doubt, breaking the law. Her and company both will face severe fines and you will be well compensated for thier misdeeds!
2006-08-18 19:29:23 · answer #1 · answered by Twistedtweedy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You said, "I had never complained about the way I had been feeling to her or anyone I work with."
It is possible that other cues you were giving spoke far more loudly than talking? Has your productivity decreased, but you cannot recognize? Might your boss have proof that you were not fulfilling your employee duties adequately? Why would you want to waste time getting revenge and living in anxiety, if your financial situation will allow you to accomodate the unwelcome turn? You may be able to sue. But it is only six weeks, there is no principle involved - only your loss of expectation. And the most important thing in your life should be attendance to your health such that you shall greet with unadulterated love the priceless human being you will be receiving into your life.
2006-08-19 02:03:44 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
probably can sue.
but have u tried talking to ur boss's boss? also if u r in an union, talk to the union & see what they think.
also...is it really that bad? did she just offer u 2 more months of paid maternity leave in addition to what u planned for? if so...stay at home. as long as she guarantees u a job when u get back and also guarantees paid maternity leave until u do, then why bother going thru all that sueing business?
2006-08-19 02:01:37 · answer #3 · answered by chloe 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you can sue both her and the company. If you have been feeling well enough to do your job without being assisted in any way, and all your duties are completed they have nothing to complain about.
All the best. Definitely a case of taking her authority too far.
2006-08-19 05:10:59 · answer #4 · answered by Dave D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just remember, in America, you can sue anybody for anything if you get the right lawyer. Find one and they'll help you. Especially if you seriously need that income to survive, you can sue for damages. On another note, You should relax as much as you can now, because you'll have to work everyday for the rest of your life after that baby comes. Good luck!!
2006-08-19 01:53:00 · answer #5 · answered by Jazzybinature 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am assistant director of a private school. When we have employees who are pregnant we ask for a note from their doctor stating that they are able to continue working and if they need to have any restrictions, such as no lifting. Before you contact an attorney, you should get a note from your doctor that states that you ARE ABLE to continue working. Your doctor knows your medical condition far better than your boss does.
2006-08-19 16:38:10 · answer #6 · answered by scoobysfans 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check your companie's maternity leave policy. And yes, yes you can. Hire an employment lawyer or call the ACLU.
2006-08-19 04:35:39 · answer #7 · answered by kazak 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Get a lawyer who specializes in discrimination lawsuits.
2006-08-20 03:11:16 · answer #8 · answered by tjnstlouismo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is definitely discrimination- you cannot be discriminated against simply because you are pregnant. Contact an attorney.
2006-08-19 21:59:44 · answer #9 · answered by dolphin mama 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
of course you can sue. People sue for less than that everyday. I really think you have a case, consult attorney very soon
2006-08-19 01:49:36 · answer #10 · answered by jr90292 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋