i wanted to tell her today in the interview but my friend that helped me get this job told me not to. and just tell her in like a month when i actually start showing. and that i dont have to tell her anything personal in a interview... but im afraid since like any job i think im going to be on the 3months probation thing and im afraid that she will fire me if she knows that im pregnant!! so im kind of nervous about this!
2006-11-09 14:49:35 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
OH BUT I ALSO FORGOT TO MENTION THAT I AM ALMOST 5 MONTHS PREG ON SUNDAY SO THATS MY CONCERN,... I STILL WANT TO CONTINUE MY JOB AFTER THE BABY..... BUT THATS WHY I AM NERVOUS ABOUT THIS FIRED THING
2006-11-09 15:16:17 · update #1
No you cannot get fired during the 3 months of probation because you are pregnant.
If you do that is against the law. You can get fired for reasons like tardiness, insubordination or poor work performance.
You should not relay personal information during an interview.
If you are currently working at this company you do not have to tell them right away unless you want to (depending on how far your are or if you are experiencing health issues from the pregnancy).
When you decide to tell your employer please speak with someone in HR not your boss. The representative in HR knows the law and will be able to advise you on what to do.
However you should know your rights and be prepared to ask and answer questions.
Check out the website below. And don't stop here do your homework. The more prepared you are the better!
2006-11-09 15:04:55 · answer #1 · answered by ye 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's illegal to get fired because of being preagnant. But I'm sure they're going to be upset if they know you knew and kept it a secret. Since you will be in probation, I would be sure not to do anything that would give them grounds for terminating you. If you make yourself indispensable, they won't mind you eaving for a couple months. And FYI, keep in mind that most companies spends thousands of dollars in training new reps during the first six months. I can understand that you would have your reasons for not telling them about it, but coming from the retail industry and knowing just how stressful it is to train someone who you know will leave in no time, I would say that's pretty shady. Especially when I'm sure there were other people who were also applying for that job and may have planned to stay there for a while, not just for a few months.
2006-11-09 15:01:54 · answer #2 · answered by chelly01 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The point you did not mention is whether they asked you in the interview about your pregnency and the reply you gave to that should make you feel guilty or not.I do not know about your financial situation, but if this baby is your first timer then it's really not worth all the trouble.Relax at home, be a home maker for the time being, concentrate on the new one to come in both your life and allow your self to be pampered and spoiled by your hubby!!!That's the way I would prefer if I were you.Because this is the time you will get lots of adoration from family and friends and so reap it sweetheart!!!!!It's best for you and your BABY.
2006-11-09 15:07:10 · answer #3 · answered by 666 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what state you live in. Some states are "at-will" which means your job can fire you at any time for any reason. There are a growing number of exceptions to this rule, and yours might qualify.
However, the fact that you'll be in your 90-day probationary period makes it a lot easier for them to fire you without fear of a wrongful termination suit. Plus, they can always claim you were dishonest in your interview because you didn't mention the pregnancy.
Google [your state] employment laws to see if live in an "at-will" state.
2006-11-09 15:20:41 · answer #4 · answered by felonius_monkey 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
oftentimes in the course of the probation era an corporation can fireplace the worker for any reason regardless of if there is not any reason in any respect. also the worker can end for the period of that aspect for any and no reason in any respect. Firing someone for low credit basically sounds incorrect though. that's some thing someone might want to apply as an excuse to fireside someone, no longer a authentic reason. low credit does no longer propose the fellow is a foul worker or some thing.
2016-10-16 08:23:18 · answer #5 · answered by eth 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They can't fire you because you are pregnant. They can terminate you for other reasons, such as attendance, violating a work rule numerous times, theft, etc, but not for being pregnant.
2006-11-09 16:08:21 · answer #6 · answered by Mariposa 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can't get fired JUST because you are pregnant. If you are late for work, call in sick, and so on then yes you can still get fired.
2006-11-09 17:23:44 · answer #7 · answered by Hot Mom 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe there is actually a constitutional amendment that says that it is super illegal to be fired to maternity leave. That, or it is a pretty important bill.
2006-11-09 14:58:32 · answer #8 · answered by Atmonauti 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
u can relax, april. it is illegal for a company to fire a woman if she is pregnant. call a lawyer fast if they do. good luck on your new job, new child and brand new life. stay a cool mom.
2006-11-09 14:54:26 · answer #9 · answered by Necat T 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
no they can not fire you for that no matter if u told them or not so congrats and do not worry they Can not fire you
2006-11-09 14:59:32 · answer #10 · answered by matts_babygirl_2526 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋