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QuoteTheRaven424
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
if the lateness issue is due to your pregnancy and you can get doctor records, and there was no prior warning
you have a case on your hands
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Marcie
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
Posted by CaptainCharisma424
if the lateness issue is due to your pregnancy and you can get doctor records, and there was no prior warning
you have a case on your hands
I am going to have to agree.
Have someone look into this.
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| Posted 9/12/06 11:18 AM |
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I am so sorry. 
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| Posted 9/12/06 11:18 AM |
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wilandnet
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
Stepping in from an HR standpoint, I agree. I would have to say that this seems very fishy due to the timing. It MAY be a case of pregnancy discrimination.
The pregnancy discrimination act was ammended into Title VII of the Civil Rights Act to protect women from discrimination related to pregnancy, childbirth, or medical related issues. Now, if you were having a problem making it to work on time, and did not have medical documenation indicating the need to be late, then they probably will be able to defend the termination decision. Nevertheless, that wouldn't say that they didn't lay you off due to your pregnancy, it just means that if a case was brought against them, they could probably defend themselves to show that they did it for other reasons.
However, employers cannot choose NOT to hire you on the sole basis of your being pregnant. Does it happen realistically, yes. Is it legal, no. I would still get out there and apply in the meantime. So sorry that this happened to you. Hopefully you can find something soon!
ETA: If you can have a doctor provide medical documentation certifying your lateness was due to your pregnancy, than you may be able to fight this.
Message edited 9/12/2006 11:21:14 AM.
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| Posted 9/12/06 11:19 AM |
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dandr10199
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
Posted by Cookiegobbler
Well.... let me say this.... I AM PREGNANT>>> I AM COMING OUT OF THE CLOSET>>> I AM ONLY 7 WEEKS... I told them yesterday... and then today she tells me they cant make me permanent, its not because I'm pregnant though, its because I have a lateness issue... (yea, no crap... its called MORNING SICKNESS)... so now what job is gonna wanna hire someone pregnant?!?!
Congrats on your pregnancy!
You should sue them
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| Posted 9/12/06 11:20 AM |
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Cookiegobbler
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
Well, I dont think so because there was prior warning due to the fact that my grandfather was very sick, and then passed away, and I had to deal with all of that, and take days off, come in late, leave early... ugh....
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| Posted 9/12/06 11:20 AM |
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Tany
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
I'm so sorry.
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| Posted 9/12/06 11:21 AM |
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FeliciaDP
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
I'm so sorry you got laid off.. I do think it sounds somewhat fishy..
on a better note - CONGRATS on your pregnancy   
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| Posted 9/12/06 11:21 AM |
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Phyl
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
Posted by Marcie
Posted by CaptainCharisma424
if the lateness issue is due to your pregnancy and you can get doctor records, and there was no prior warning
you have a case on your hands
I am going to have to agree.
Have someone look into this.
Yes I agree .If there was no prior warnings and it was due to your m/s and you have a DR. backing,you should definately look into your legal options.
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| Posted 9/12/06 11:23 AM |
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Smileyd17
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
Nic, im so sorry!
You can find something out there...there is always someone looking in what I do...like an admin asst. Fm me if you want and interested.
hang in there
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| Posted 9/12/06 11:23 AM |
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Kissy331
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
i am so sorry about this!
Congrats on your pregnancy
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| Posted 9/12/06 11:24 AM |
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Blu-ize
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
That blows!!!
But congrats on your !!!!!
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| Posted 9/12/06 11:25 AM |
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Maathy317
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
Oh my goodness! I am so sorry.
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| Posted 9/12/06 11:29 AM |
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janet
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| Posted 9/12/06 11:30 AM |
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Stacey1403
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
Congrats on your pregnancy
But boo on them for what they are doing to you! I would look into fighting it!
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| Posted 9/12/06 11:30 AM |
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janet
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
Posted by Cookiegobbler
Well.... let me say this.... I AM PREGNANT>>> I AM COMING OUT OF THE CLOSET>>> I AM ONLY 7 WEEKS... I told them yesterday... and then today she tells me they cant make me permanent, its not because I'm pregnant though, its because I have a lateness issue... (yea, no crap... its called MORNING SICKNESS)... so now what job is gonna wanna hire someone pregnant?!?!
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Cookiegobbler
My little love bugs!!
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
Thanks everyone! We are excited about the pregnany... but I have been sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo sick! UGH!! I cant wait for that part to disappear!!
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| Posted 9/12/06 11:41 AM |
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
First off, CONGRATS on your pregnancy!!!!  
Secondly, shame on them!!!! I too believe you have a case on your hands. Good luck.
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| Posted 9/12/06 11:44 AM |
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Bxgell2
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
WHOA... wait one minute. You told them you were pregnant and exactly ONE day later they fired you? Even if tardiness is an issue, the timing itself SMACKS of pregnancy discrimination. I would, at the very least, hire a local attorney and have him draft a threatening letter indicating that you will sue unless you are provided with reinstatement, or, in the alternative, severance for at least 6 months. It should only cost a few hundred to have someone draft something like that for you - I've done it in the past, and have been quite successful.
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JP826
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
Congrats on your pregnancy!
BOO  to your company.
Sounds like discrimination to me, but whatever. Dont let them ruin the joy for you.
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| Posted 9/12/06 11:51 AM |
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Cookiegobbler
My little love bugs!!
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
Posted by Bxgell2
WHOA... wait one minute. You told them you were pregnant and exactly ONE day later they fired you? Even if tardiness is an issue, the timing itself SMACKS of pregnancy discrimination. I would, at the very least, hire a local attorney and have him draft a threatening letter indicating that you will sue unless you are provided with reinstatement, or, in the alternative, severance for at least 6 months. It should only cost a few hundred to have someone draft something like that for you - I've done it in the past, and have been quite successful.
Maybe I will do that.... I honestly would not want reinstatment... cause that would be embarrasing I think... anyone know of a lawyer I could contact?
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| Posted 9/12/06 11:53 AM |
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Bxgell2
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
Posted by Cookiegobbler
Posted by Bxgell2
WHOA... wait one minute. You told them you were pregnant and exactly ONE day later they fired you? Even if tardiness is an issue, the timing itself SMACKS of pregnancy discrimination. I would, at the very least, hire a local attorney and have him draft a threatening letter indicating that you will sue unless you are provided with reinstatement, or, in the alternative, severance for at least 6 months. It should only cost a few hundred to have someone draft something like that for you - I've done it in the past, and have been quite successful.
Maybe I will do that.... I honestly would not want reinstatment... cause that would be embarrasing I think... anyone know of a lawyer I could contact?
I practice out of PA so I don't know any NY attorneys, but I would try to find someone who specializes in labor and employment.
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SweetTooth
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
Thats insane, you tell them you are pregnant, and the NEXT DAY they fire you?? Something is definitely wrong with that! I agree with the other girls - get a lawyer!
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JenniferEver
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
I'm so sorry!
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| Posted 9/12/06 12:07 PM |
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Moehick
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Re: I JUST GOT LAID OFF!
First off Congratulations 
Secondly, I would take the advice of some on the boards and take some kind of action against your company...the whole thing smells fishy!
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