Legal Question in Medical Leave in New York

Discriminatory Practice?

A corporate officer at my work took off 6 months of paid maternity leave. I am only getting one month paid maternity leave and two additional months. Is this discrimiantion?


Asked on 7/10/07, 2:20 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Jason Stern Law Offices of Jason Stern

Re: Discriminatory Practice?

It depends on the facts. Are you in a protected class (race, religion, etc.) that distinguishes you from your co-worker who received greater benefits? What does your corporate handbook say about maternity benefits? Did you ask for additional benefits and were denied?

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Answered on 7/10/07, 4:16 pm


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