Employment laws protect workers from unethical employers and practices such as discrimination. For example, employers cannot deny employment to applicants based on race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or creed. An employer cannot terminate employment for discriminatory reasons, either. If you’re facing a violation of these laws, start by asking, “Can my boss fire me for being pregnant?”
Grounds to Fire an Employee
Title VII is a part of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Under this law, employers cannot commit pregnancy discrimination. An employer cannot fire you just because you are pregnant. Doing so is a direct violation of Title VII, and you have grounds to sue your boss for unlawful termination. So, the answer to the question, can my boss fire me for being pregnant, is no.
However, employers could use specific tactics to force you to quit. For example, if you cannot perform job duties because of the pregnancy, they may cut your hours which is illegal. Discussing your employer’s actions with Schaumburg employment attorneys could shed new light on laws that apply to your case.
How Does the ADA Help You?
If you have a pregnancy-related disability, the Americans with Disabilities Act requires your boss to accommodate your disability. By asking for these accommodations, your boss doesn’t have grounds to fire you. But, if they do, you have a case against them for unlawful termination.
Getting a Job When Pregnant
Laws under Title VII and the ADA prevent business owners from discriminating against pregnant women when hiring a new worker. You could talk to Schaumburg employment attorneys about your case if you were denied a job because of your pregnancy.
Employment laws protect workers against discrimination and unlawful termination. If you have faced discriminatory actions from an employer,
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