Legal HD 17 - Work Discrimination Against Women

Summary

The video script from 'Legal Help Desk' on the Solar News Channel discusses workplace discrimination against women in the Philippines. It features a case study of Erisa, who faced discrimination during a job application process. The show covers the Magna Carta for Women, which offers comprehensive rights protection, including in employment. It also addresses the legal recourse available to women who experience discrimination, such as approaching the Department of Labor and Employment. The discussion includes the types of discrimination, the penalties for companies, and the rights women have, such as equal pay and protection against being fired due to marriage or pregnancy.

Takeaways

• 🇵🇭 The Philippines has a history of strong women in leadership roles, yet workplace gender discrimination persists.
• 💼 Many companies in the Philippines prefer hiring men over women, leading to gender-based discrimination in the workforce.
• 📜 The Magna Carta for Women was established to address gender discrimination, providing a legal framework for women's rights in various areas, including employment.
• 🤔 Women facing discrimination in job applications may not have a direct legal recourse under the current labor laws, as some laws apply post-employment.
• 🏢 Companies are not allowed to ask personal questions during job interviews that are unrelated to job performance, such as marital status or plans to have children.
• 🚫 It is illegal for employers to dismiss women or not hire them based on their marital status or because they are pregnant.
• 💰 The law mandates equal pay for equal work, regardless of gender, and protects women from discrimination in promotions, scholarships, and training opportunities.
• 🤰 Pregnant women and new mothers are entitled to maternity leave and are protected from being fired due to pregnancy.
• 🔰 The Department of Labor and Employment has public assistance and investigation units to handle complaints of workplace discrimination.
• ⚖️ Legal actions can be taken against employers who violate anti-discrimination laws, though penalties such as imprisonment are rare and often resolved through conciliation.

Q & A

What is the Magna Carta for Women and when was it enacted?

The Magna Carta for Women is a comprehensive bill of rights that covers the protection of women in all facets, including employment, political life, social culture, and more. It was enacted in 2009.

What is the role of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) in addressing workplace discrimination against women?

The DOLE has a Public Assistance Complaints and Investigation Unit where women can report discrimination. They also provide referrals to partner agencies and assist in conciliation processes.

What are the provisions under the Magna Carta for Women that relate to employment?

The Magna Carta for Women provides for equal pay for equal work, protection against discrimination in promotions and scholarships, and specialty benefits for women who undergo surgery due to gynecological disorders.

Can a woman file a case for discrimination if she feels discriminated against during the hiring process?

While Article 135 of the Labor Code addresses discrimination for workers already employed, pre-hiring discrimination cases might require going to court for damages if there's evidence of improper handling or embarrassment.

What are the penalties for companies that commit work discrimination according to the Labor Code?

Penalties for work discrimination can include fines and imprisonment, although in practice, many cases are resolved through conciliation and demands between the employees and employers.

How can women protect their rights when entering employment contracts?

Women should ensure their contracts include equal pay for equal work, non-discrimination clauses, and provisions for maternity leave and other benefits as per the Magna Carta for Women.

What is the legal stance on employers asking about an applicant's marital status or relationship status during a job interview?

It is generally considered discriminatory to ask about marital or relationship status during a job interview, and such questions may not be legitimate concerns for employers.

If a woman is forced to resign after getting married, is this legal under the Labor Code?

No, it is unlawful to condition employment on marital status, and forcing someone to resign due to marriage is a violation of the Labor Code.

What steps should be taken when filing a case of work discrimination with the Department of Labor?

To file a case, one should approach the regional office with jurisdiction over their workplace, provide specific details about the discrimination, and engage with the conciliation process.

Can a female employer discriminate against a female employee, and what are the implications?

Yes, a female employer can discriminate against a female employee, and the implications are the same as with any employer-employee discrimination, subject to the same legal consequences and remedies.

What are the rights of pregnant women in the workplace as per the Magna Carta for Women?

Pregnant women are protected against dismissal due to pregnancy and are entitled to maternity leave. They also cannot be subjected to policies that discriminate based on potential future pregnancies.

Outlines

00:00

🌟 Women's Leadership and Workplace Discrimination

The script opens with a discussion on the historical significance of strong women in the Philippines and their leadership in various fields. Despite this, it highlights the ongoing issue of gender discrimination in the workforce. The narrative shifts to a personal account of a woman named Angelina who faced potential gender bias during a job interview. She was asked personal questions that seemed unrelated to her professional qualifications, suggesting a discriminatory hiring process. The script then transitions to a legal advice segment on the Solar News Channel, where attorneys Karen Jimeno and Rod Nepoboseno discuss workplace discrimination against women. They introduce Maria Evelyn Managan of the Department of Labor and Employment to delve into the topic, emphasizing the need for legal recourse and awareness under the Magna Carta for Women.

05:01

📚 Legal Framework and Workplace Discrimination

This segment delves into the legal aspects of workplace discrimination against women, particularly focusing on the Magna Carta for Women and its comprehensive rights covering various aspects of women's lives, including employment. The discussion highlights the importance of the law in protecting women from discrimination and the role of the Department of Labor and Employment in providing assistance and referrals for victims. The conversation also touches on the challenges of proving discrimination, especially during the pre-hiring stage, and the potential legal avenues available to those who believe they have been unfairly treated, such as seeking damages in court.

10:01

🤰 Pregnancy and Marital Status Discrimination

The script addresses specific instances of workplace discrimination, such as the treatment of pregnant women and those who are married. It discusses the legal protections in place, including the prohibition of marriage as a condition for employment and the illegality of terminating employees based on their marital status. The conversation includes a real-life scenario where a woman was allegedly forced to resign after getting married, highlighting the need for awareness and enforcement of anti-discrimination laws. The segment also touches on the challenges of proving such cases and the importance of having clear evidence of discriminatory practices.

15:02

🏢 Employer and Employee Perspectives on Discrimination

This part of the script explores the perspectives of both employers and employees on workplace discrimination. It discusses the legal implications for employers who enforce discriminatory policies, such as those based on marital or parental status. The conversation includes a scenario where an interviewer inquires about a job applicant's relationship status, raising questions about the legality and appropriateness of such questions. The segment also addresses the role of the Department of Labor in handling complaints and the steps employees can take to report discrimination, including filing cases with the regional offices.

20:03

👗 Dress Code and Gender Dynamics in the Workplace

The final segment of the script tackles the issue of dress codes and their potential impact on workplace dynamics, particularly in relation to gender. It discusses the responsibilities of employers and employees to adhere to company policies and the disciplinary actions that can be taken for repeated violations. The conversation also explores the possibility of gender dynamics influencing workplace interactions and discrimination, including scenarios where female employers may discriminate against female employees. The segment concludes with a recap of the key points discussed in the program, emphasizing the importance of knowing and asserting one's rights in the face of workplace discrimination.

Keywords

💡Populists

Populists are leaders who seek to represent the interests of ordinary people, often advocating for policies that reflect their needs and concerns. In the context of the video, the Philippines is described as having a history of strong women leading as populists, indicating that these female leaders have championed the cause of the common people, both in times of war and in governance.

💡Workforce Discrimination

Workforce discrimination refers to unfair treatment of individuals in the workplace based on certain characteristics, such as gender, race, or age. The video script discusses how many women in the Philippines face discrimination in the workforce, often being overlooked for job opportunities in favor of male candidates, which reflects a significant social and legal issue being addressed.

💡Magna Carta for Women

The Magna Carta for Women is a comprehensive bill of rights in the Philippines that seeks to protect women across various aspects of life, including employment, political life, and social culture. The law is mentioned in the video to highlight its role in addressing and preventing gender discrimination against women in the workplace.

💡Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)

The Department of Labor and Employment is a government agency responsible for formulating policies and implementing programs to promote employment and workplace standards. In the script, the DOLE is mentioned as a place where individuals can report workplace discrimination and seek assistance, emphasizing its role in upholding workers' rights.

💡Sexual Harassment

Sexual harassment is a form of discrimination that involves unwelcome sexual advances or conduct of a sexual nature in the workplace. The video script alludes to a situation where a woman might experience sexual harassment during a job application process, which could be grounds for legal action.

💡Equal Pay

Equal pay refers to the principle that men and women should receive the same remuneration for work of equal value. The video emphasizes the importance of equal pay as a fundamental right for women in the workplace, as outlined in the Magna Carta for Women and other labor laws.

💡Discrimination in Hiring

Discrimination in hiring occurs when an employer makes decisions about hiring based on factors unrelated to job performance, such as gender. The video discusses a case where a woman felt discriminated against during the hiring process, highlighting the need for legal protections against such practices.

💡Pre-Employment Discrimination

Pre-employment discrimination happens before an individual is hired, such as during the application or interview process. The script mentions that there may be challenges in addressing pre-employment discrimination under existing laws, indicating a gap in legal protection that needs to be addressed.

💡Parental Leave

Parental leave is a period of time off work granted to parents following the birth or adoption of a child. The video script discusses the provision of a 10-day parental leave for those who need to file a case against their partners or take care of a child, underscoring the support for working parents.

💡Anti-Sexual Harassment Law

The Anti-Sexual Harassment Law is legislation designed to protect individuals from unwanted sexual advances or conduct in the workplace. The script refers to this law as part of the existing legal framework that aims to create a safe and respectful work environment for all.

💡Violence Against Women

Violence against women encompasses any act of gender-based violence that results in, or is likely to result in, physical, sexual, or mental harm or suffering. The video mentions provisions under the Magna Carta for Women that address this issue, including leaves for women who need to file cases related to such violence.

Highlights

The Philippines has a history of strong women leading in various fields, yet gender discrimination persists in the workforce.

Many companies prefer hiring men over women due to various reasons, leading to gender discrimination.

The Magna Carta for Women was created to address gender discrimination in the workplace.

Angelina shares her experience of being treated unprofessionally during a job interview, possibly due to her gender.

Attorney Karen Jimeno and Attorney Rod Nepoboseno discuss legal advice on gender discrimination in employment.

The Department of Labor and Employment has a Public Assistance Complaints and Investigation Unit to assist with discrimination cases.

Existing laws like Article 135 of the Labor Code address discrimination but may not cover pre-employment discrimination.

The Magna Carta for Women is a comprehensive bill of rights covering protection in employment and other aspects of women's lives.

New provisions under the Magna Carta for Women include specialty benefits for women who undergo gynecological surgery.

Republic Act 6725 amends specific provisions in the Labor Code regarding work discrimination.

Equal pay for work of equal value is a basic right for women, as well as protection from discrimination in promotions and scholarships.

Diana asks about protecting her rights as a woman when hired for work, highlighting the importance of equal pay and opportunities.

Julie's question about workplace discrimination due to marriage leads to a discussion on illegal conditions in employment contracts.

George's question about single parents in the workplace reveals that companies cannot discriminate based on relationship status.

Leslie and her colleague notice differential treatment in career growth based on gender, illustrating the need for reporting mechanisms.

The penalty for work discrimination includes possible jail time and fines, though conciliation is often the first step in resolution.

Female employees are protected from being fired due to pregnancy, and there are legal recourses available for such discrimination.

Discrimination is not limited to male employers; female employers can also be accused of discriminating against female employees.

A recap of women's rights in the workplace, including equal pay, opportunities, and protection against discrimination based on marriage or pregnancy.

Transcripts

the philippines is a country that has a

history of strong women leading the

populists whether in war or in ruling

the country

despite our advances in these areas when

it comes to the workforce many women are

discriminated because of their gender

many companies prefer to hire men than

women for various reasons thus the

creation of the magna carta for women

27 years old

um i applied for a pharmaceutical

company before three years ago as a

medical

maybe in expecna they would treat me

unprofessionally i don't know if it was

my gender at the time

so angelina was like

um um

for um

candidates in the comments then i was

the only girl at that time um what

happened was like i was expecting that

the question would be professional

enough and sana they would pretend or

see my background because i really want

that job and then the recruitment

officer was asking me personal questions

i believe it was more

emotionally capable because i'm a girl

thinks back on

government

so i think at the time

it was unfair

because they were not really looking at

my background and by hindi initiating

offer

they were just thinking that because i'm

a girl whatever my status is

discriminator

what are the provisions under the magna

carta what acts constitute as work

discrimination against women

what are the penalties for companies

that commit work discrimination

good evening you are watching legal help

desk on the solar news channel this show

is about making the law work for you by

giving legal advice on topics that

matter to you i'm attorney karen jimeno

and i'm attorney rod nepoboseno tonight

in continuation with the celebration of

women's month we'll be tackling on the

issue of work discrimination what you

need to know when you are being

discriminated from employment because of

your gender and what you need to do when

your career is in jeopardy because of it

tonight we will be discussing this with

someone who is in charge of workers with

special concerns miss maria eveline

managan of the department of labor and

employment good evening miss

miss hey good evening

welcome to legal hd so first let's talk

about the case of erisa

and

miss what i want to know is

in her case she felt discriminated but

of course when you say discrimination

there's always a difference in opinion

especially here she felt discriminated

because of the questions being asked of

her for women who feel discriminated

where can they go to

in the department of labor at least

someone to tell them

but elegant case of discrimination that

would hold up with the department of

labor yeah in the dole we have uh what

we call

public assistance complaints and

investigation unit so you can approach

it uh the office in every regional

office we have desks so they can be

assisted if there are problems

and it operates through a rep

through a referral system so it can also

go to our office and we can also provide

referrals to other partner agencies okay

the referrals are lawyers and not

necessary lawyers

could be lawyers

okay now in this case of a elisa no

that's the name of the case study do you

think that she has a basis to file a

case for work discrimination on the

ground of the existing laws that are

that are yeah because she wasn't hiring

she wasn't yeah she wasn't this is

basically she felt discriminated during

the application process

yeah

our existing law under article 135 talks

of discrimination but this uh conceives

of a situation where the worker is

already employed so in this case this is

at the pre-hiring stage

so

there might be problems when we make use

of article 135 as amended by ra-6725 of

the labor code however if she suffered

damages there's a different story she

can always go to court not the

department of labor she was not handled

properly there was embarrassment yeah i

guess like that for example if you if if

she was applying for work and um

and there was some kind of sexual

innuendo by the by the hiring i don't

know a hiding party don't manage some

case but maybe not under work

discrimination but that sounds like

sexual harassment sexual harassment

but i guess it's work related because

you're you know she's trying to to apply

and opera in this case in this case at

least given the the facts

or she wouldn't have a basis for filing

a case on on the base of work

discrimination yeah yeah

okay now miss ev i also like to ask you

about the magna carta for women because

this was past 2009 i think a lot of

people don't even know that this exists

but with respect to the dole and

workplace the mind

what does the magna carta provide for

women yeah of course the magna carta of

women

is a very comprehensive bill of rights

covering

the protection of women in all facets

not only employment but also

other aspects of political life

social culture and everything

so as far as the

dulles

area is concerned the magna carta of

women of course refers back to already

existing laws protecting women such as

the anti-sexual harassment law violence

against women which talks about the

10-day parental leave for those who

would like to file a case against their

oppressors or

call or you call them partners

or

you can also there are also of course

new provisions

under the magna carta of women which is

uh

which covers the specialty benefits for

women who undergo

surgery due to

gynecological disorders

now i'd like to ask did the dole add any

other

office or sub agency or help desk

because of this new magna carta law

magna carta for women uh

we have already in place our labor

inspector rate so if there are problems

they can always report to the nearest uh

dole office within their area now going

back now to discrimination of uh in the

workplace now um there is republic 6725

but it essentially just

amends uh specific provisions in the

labor code

regarding work discrimination can you

elaborate the specific discrimination

act or the work discrimination acts uh

in

in the law

we have

article 135 that was the current law at

that time in 1974 but this was uh

amended sometime in 1989

i guess by senator shahani

the the

law under article 135 just states that

there should be equal pay for work of

equal value for both men and women now

this this has been expanded to other

areas of discrimination so we men will

be protected from discrimination against

discrimination rather in terms of

promotion

study and scholarship grants and also

evaluation of the performance right so

these are new areas wherein women

sometimes are deprived of opportunities

of getting a scholarship just because

okay

well first we will answer other

questions from viewers but i'd like to

address erisa that based on your case

since she was not hired it seems no um

ms ev was advising that you might not be

able to file directly with the

department of labor because it concerns

discrimination in the workplace but you

might be able to go to court at least

for filing damages if you think you

suffered damages because you were

discriminated and not getting this job

and now we have a few questions from our

viewers let's answer them with the help

of our guest ms ev our first question

comes from diana and she asks i'm a new

graduate and i would like to know how my

basic rights as a woman can be protected

when hired for work what are the things

i should look for in the contracts

happening

women at least as a basic right you're

entitled to equal pay for equal work

done by men as well so that but on

discrimination between men and women

employees but what other rights do you

think does she have to look for in the

employment

yeah i think one important loan now

which has recently been passed

is the night work for work on

a new law for networkers so even women

used to because it's a labor code

women were not allowed to work at night

from 10 in the evening to 6 a.m of the

following day because of the magna carta

of women certain provisions of the law

have to be amended because we'll have to

respond to the issue and discrimination

because this is our this has barred

women from getting work yeah so for

call centers

if you're in the bpo you are protected

from being discriminated if you're

pregnant because you're entitled to to

have an alternative work right i see

yeah okay

hospital interns

oh yeah

that one you really have to work okay

now our next question is from julie and

she asks i work for a bpo company again

and i'm recently engaged to my longtime

boyfriend

but i'm afraid of telling this to my

superiors because a former colleague of

mine was forced to resign

when she got married now are they

allowed to do this should i still tell

tell them about my present situation i

think there are two situations here her

situation

uh whether whether they can be justified

to to i guess let her go know if she

tells her boss about their relationship

with her boyfriend and young

situation

and uh who got who

was fired because because she got

married yes now is are there provisions

in the law i know there are provisions

in the law in in specific

uh provisions not in the labor code that

uh don't allow that or special laws we

have this under the labor code which is

stipulation against marriage

so you wouldn't uh it's unlawful if you

are if you would uh cite us a condition

that a woman should not get married

so that is not allowed yeah and i think

there's criminal liability thereby yes

meaning you employers if they do this

yeah we have article 288 of the labor

code for laws that are for acts that are

declared as unlawful

so this is the this law on prohibiting

uh marriage as a condition by which you

you get uh fire you know uh it it's not

limited like purely to to that not like

it's conditioned it can't get married

but if you use it as a condition for

them to be hired

or not to be hired that is that also in

this case for example in the case of

elisa

if if they said are you planning to get

married and she says yes i'm planning to

get married soon and and because of that

she wasn't hired does she have a case

uh in that case a pre-hiring but oh so

he's a to under the department of labor

she has to go to court maybe

right

nothing try under the magna carta

it's a comprehensive yeah

not under the labor code i guess the

current law is a continuation of your

employment

uh the condition of the continuation of

employment you will prevent her from

getting married you don't bow one diva i

see all right okay we still have plenty

to discuss we'll take a short break

legal help desk will return after these

reminders

you are still watching legal help desk

on the solar news channel and we are so

joined by our guest miss evelyn manangan

of the department of labor labour

thank you miss manangan for being here

all right we have a few more questions

from our viewers

our next question comes from george and

she asked george is a lady i'm a mother

to a six-year-old boy

my partner stopped supporting us late

last year and ever since i've been

applying to many job vacancies in one

interview i was asked about my

relationship status when i said single

the interviewer told me to define single

if it meant that i was single and had a

child i was taken aback by the question

now do companies have

a legitimate concern of asking an

employee an employee or an interviewee

if she is

she is a single parent now again

pre-employment pre-employment situation

so i know

i guess

there's there's no uh basis for a case

no

no basis for a case scale

she gets into the job and if she's not

given this leave for parental

called parental leave then there might

be problems in terms of violations

i think rod

no case under the

labor code again but then if you feel

that there's really

damage to you and

there's bad faith then you can file a

case for damages

it's probably a long shot

to get right because again it's

normally it's by evidence no uh for and

so if you don't have real evidence other

than your it's part of he said she said

situation and i i don't know how how

that a case like that could prosper but

uh but what do you think is a civil case

an option

possible but i think there are so many

existing bills right now which which has

not been passed as yet and they cover uh

the pre-employment situations where

women complain of discrimination okay so

i think this has to be addressed to be

sure that women indeed will be

having full protection

yes

our next question comes from leslie and

she asks us my colleague and i have been

noticing that our bosses have a

different treatment towards their female

employees they are more inclined in

growing the careers of their male

employees than their female counterpart

where can we report cases of work

discrimination and what are the steps we

should do in filing that case

um basically at least workplace scenario

right yeah so

if they're noticing i know it's very

clear in the labor code that you have to

treat your employees equally fairly

especially in with respect to promotions

but where can they file directly with

the department of labor now they can

file with the regional offices having

jurisdiction over their workplaces so

ncr go to donald ncr okay

and they have to be very yeah they have

to be very specific in their complaint

about what kind of discrimination

are you talking about and maybe they

have to do they have to be very specific

in in

in the

the allegation of discrimination they'll

have to so that they'll be able to

uh come up with a consolation case

perhaps to make them know that they are

violating at times the employers are not

aware that they're indeed violating but

when we have this conciliation

procedures they would be asked to comply

and definitely most of them would comply

well now miss ev if they go directly to

the regional offices do they have to

bring

any documents or a lawyer with them

what's a normal procedure they don't

have to bring along a lawyer with them

we have our

help desks original offices we'll have

to entertain them we also have field

offices if they don't have

their if the regional office is not

accessible to them field offices are

normally those outside ncr

um even nc ncr has its own field offices

like uh one in makati another in kalokan

okay so just curiously the the penalty

for for work discrimination is

is uh

uh

indicated in the in the labor code now

and yes it does provide for

you know possible jail time and uh

imprisonment and fines right but in

reality though

does it reach that point or normally you

just uh you're able to fix things demand

and conciliate between the employees and

the employer i haven't heard that

somebody has been jailed due to

violations with respect to

discrimination

but we have this classical case

uh years ago with regard to the the

those two are this or flight attendants

who were um terminated by virtue of

getting married

so there's a decided case on that but

i guess the labor code was not it

enforced the time so

they were just asked to pay damage yes

sir yes yes i see

all right okay we've got another

question this time coming from mr villa

and he asks what about female employees

who dressed inappropriately that

distract other employees including me as

the employer

our office has a dress code and she has

repeatedly violated this what are my

options as an employer so it's not

really work discrimination but um

it's more of the employer with an

employee not following the company rules

yes but of course we have certain rules

of discipline also there is a company

policy that you have to adhere to if

you're an employee

so there are certain rules

where they can visit be disciplined

after several notices if they still

don't comply i think we have also

addressed code to follow even in the

government service we are supposed to

follow the dress code also

no i'd like to ask this this is a

curious question it's obviously a um a

the loss on work discrimination applied

to

it seems to imply a male employer

discriminating a woman employee but

can there be a situation where the

the one that's being accused or the one

that's being found against is a female

employee a female employer filing um

discriminating

uh a woman that's possible right it's

not just a male employer right

it's it's possible that the female

employee can discriminate a female

employer can can discriminate a female

employee that's that's possible that's

possible if you're the manager and you

also say there's a stipulation against

marriage you'll be dismissed then you're

committing the same offense that's right

i don't think it's unheard that means

employers

they can be very cathy or you know what

i mean like they're actually less

friendly to female employees

yeah so maybe they view them as

competition i don't know but i think

that can happen so i guess now let's

have like maybe a recap for our

uh viewers especially with respect to

our female viewers who are

basically normally the victims of

discrimination in the workplace do you

find that this is always the case

considering victims

and women

yes that's what the literature points

out that's why you have the magna carta

for women yes and we have ratified the

convention on the elimination of all

forms of discrimination against women

but uh

so first

for all the women out there or basically

all employees out there know your rights

and one is that

as women you should be entitled to the

same amount of pay for the same type of

job that you do with men and also you

should have the same opportunities for

hiring and promotion

same as males

yes

benefits such as not just limited to

salaries in other words you can't be

getting a less uh less salary just uh

just because you're a woman and you have

the same role as a man but also for my

scholarships and my training

those those kind of benefits

if men in other words men cannot be

favored uh with these benefits now that

women should uh should be able to be to

have access to these benefits as well

right and of course there's also the uh

the the the laws regarding marriage you

know pro

using marriage as an excuse to dismiss a

woman or having kids or having kids

so some basic rights that women should

have as employees would be maternity

leave

and as mentioned by miss ev you have now

that leave

under the magna carter for women if

you're going to undergo surgery because

of any gynecological gynecological

disorder right and also vowsi leave if

you have to file a case for violence

against you by a partner then you can go

on the from work and they shut down 10

days that's the 10 days

yes

and that's extendable yes and for if you

feel discriminated you can go to

the department of labor miss ev maybe

you can share with them

and also i'd like to add to that uh that

is also we have also protection against

this b-cell when you're pregnant i think

you forget to mention that oh yeah

that's very important yes if you take a

maternity leave they wouldn't uh take

you in anymore because they're afraid

that you'll be pregnant again you're

protected

marriage but also pregnancy you can't

you can't come up with a policy where

you you tell uh one of your lady

employees nah i'm gonna fire you in case

you get pregnant

okay and if you feel discriminated you

can go to the regional offices of the

department of labor they have help desks

that you can consult with if you feel

discriminated and for it unfortunately

we are running out of time let's take

these last few minutes by giving

a recap of what we have discussed which

we have already done

and we'd like to thank our guest miss

eveline

thank you mom for joining us

you're welcome

all right

and uh again uh for for next week no uh

we'd like to thank you again we hope you

can join us again next week thank you

again miss evelyn of the department of

labor i'm rodney

and i'm attorney karen jimeno join us

again next monday as we talk about your

legal rights on the issue of work

benefits for women here on legal help

desk good night

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