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cecaleececalee member
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 Hi,

I used to work for an insurance company, and last week he terminated my position due to me being pregnant. So to make things short & sweet I do not work anymore and i am 16 weeks  pregnant. 

I am looking for any kind of advice as to any kind of work that I could do from home, or anywhere really. I have applied everywhere, but I guess I just need some reassurance and encouragement that everything will work out for the best. 

 

Thanks for reading my vent :) 

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  • XCrissCrossXXCrissCrossX member

    used to work for an insurance company, and last week he terminated my position due to me being pregnant

    Do you have proof? Cause I'm pretty sure that's illegal.....

    Anyway, lots of women on here have gotten jobs while pregnant, so chin up! Also, if you need it, make sure you utilize things like WIC, food stamps, etc. until you find something new. 

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  • steph0501steph0501 member
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    used to work for an insurance company, and last week he terminated my position due to me being pregnant

    Do you have proof? Cause I'm pretty sure that's illegal.....

    Anyway, lots of women on here have gotten jobs while pregnant, so chin up! Also, if you need it, make sure you utilize things like WIC, food stamps, etc. until you find something new. 

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  • cecaleececalee member
    Yes. Unfortunately so. I have filed a complaint with the labor board and was approved for Medicaid thank the lord!! I just don't want all the stress on my husband with our first baby coming :)
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  • laurakaz13laurakaz13 member
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    Eliminating your position because you are pregnant? 100% illegal any way you slice it.  DISCRIMINATION!!!! 

    I agree with PP though that you will find work if you keep trying.  It is not easy, but it is definitely doable.  Hugs!

     

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  • AmyC925AmyC925 member
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    Yes. Unfortunately so. I have filed a complaint with the labor board and was approved for Medicaid thank the lord!! I just don't want all the stress on my husband with our first baby coming :)


    That is definitely illegal. You should file for unemployment and talk to a lawyer. Don't be discouraged, you will find something!!

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  • SummerOHSummerOH member
    Pregnancy Based Discrimination - Pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions must be treated in the same way as other temporary illnesses or conditions. https://www.eeoc.gov/facts/qanda.html

     

    I would consult with your local EEOC office or a labor relations attorney.  They will probably help you for free.

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  • UzoUzo member

    This - I would follow up on the perceived discrimination ASAP!

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  • cecaleececalee member
    Thank you all. I am continuing to follow up on the discrimination issue.
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