Legal Question in Employment Law in California
From an employer stand point, in California does a prospective employer have the right to ask the candidate if she is pregnant? Please advise.
Asked on 4/02/12, 7:07 pm
3 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Kirschbaum
Law Offices of Michael R. Kirschbaum
Absolutely not.
Answered on 4/02/12, 8:05 pm
Terry A. Nelson
Nelson & Lawless
That would violate the discrimination laws. Same goes for asking 'age', even though you can require a birthdate on the application.
Answered on 4/03/12, 12:03 pm
Kristine Karila
Law Office of Kristine S. Karila
No. Furthermore, it is unlawful to discriminate against an employee or applicant because she is pregnant or is perceived to be.
Answered on 3/25/13, 5:43 pm
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