by Erika M. Barbara, J.D.; Senior Employment Law Counsel, CalChamber
For soon-to-be parents, learning that you are expecting can raise a host of emotions — not to mention the pressure of planning and preparing for the new arrival! For an employer, learning an employee is expecting can raise a host of legal obligations, such as notifying the employee of leave rights, providing accommodations during the pregnancy, managing pregnancy and child-bonding leave, and handling the employee’s return to work.
Knowing what to expect when your employee is expecting can help you be prepared for the legal issues that may arise and ensure a positive experience for both your employee and the company.
The following is an overview of the key issues that can arise when you are managing pregnant employees in the workplace.
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