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Severance Package Review — pregnant employee pushed to resign

Started by first_time_dev_2026 · Jan 23, 2025 · 2,326 views · 22 replies
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first_time_dev_2026 OP

I'm in a difficult situation and trying to figure out my next steps.

pregnant employee pushed to resign. I've been dealing with this for about 3 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

I have worked at this company for 1 years. My position is non-exempt and I do not have a written employment agreement beyond the standard offer letter.

What's the typical outcome in situations like this?

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EmploymentLaw_Mike Attorney

I specialize in this area of law. Here's my take on the legal issues.

The key question is whether the applicable statute of limitations has run. Depending on your jurisdiction, you typically have Title VII years for this type of claim.

Before taking legal action, consider sending a formal demand letter. In many cases, this alone resolves the issue.

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NursePractitioner_LA

Been there. Here's what I learned.

I ended up escalating to a supervisor/manager, which cost about $1-3 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

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frustrated_tenant_2025

This happened to me too. Have you tried filing a complaint with the relevant agency? In my case they investigated and it got resolved without needing a lawyer.

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RestaurantOwner_Miami

I went through almost the exact same thing.

In my case, it took about 3-6 months to resolve. The key was having everything documented.

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need_help_business_owner_NC

NAL, but from what I've read, you should check your state's specific laws. That said, definitely get a lawyer to look at the specifics.

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first_time_tenant_FL

This happened to me too. Have you tried filing a complaint with the relevant agency? In my case they investigated and it got resolved without needing a lawyer.

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seeking_advice_renter_legal

Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

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SeniorDevMike_PDX

I've dealt with this before.

What worked for me was escalating to a supervisor/manager. It took 1-3 months but was worth it.

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help_me_parent_TX

Following this thread — I'm in a very similar situation. Would love to hear how it turns out.

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TruckerRights_OH

I went through almost the exact same thing.

In my case, it took about 3-6 months to resolve. The key was having everything documented.

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worried_business_owner_NC

Have you tried reaching out to your state's bar association? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

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asking_for_friend_business_owner_NC

Have you tried reaching out to your state's consumer protection office? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

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TenantRights_Advocate

Been there. Here's what I learned.

What worked for me was filing with the appropriate government agency. It took 4-8 months but was worth it.

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eComm_Seller_2022

I've seen this play out several times in my field.

In my case, it took about 2-4 months to resolve. The key was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter.

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asking_for_friend_contractor_2022

NAL, but from what I've read, you should file a complaint. That said, definitely get a lawyer to look at the specifics.

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first_time_investor_GA

Have you tried reaching out to your state's legal aid society? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

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anon_student_GA

NAL, but from what I've read, you should document everything. That said, definitely get a lawyer to look at the specifics.

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confused_business_owner_MA

This happened to me too. Have you tried filing a complaint with the relevant agency? In my case they investigated and it got resolved without needing a lawyer.

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help_me_creator_NY

I work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle.

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asking_for_friend_tenant_MA

Have you tried reaching out to your state's consumer protection office? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

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anon_homeowner_CO

NAL, but from what I've read, you should file a complaint. That said, definitely get a lawyer to look at the specifics.

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throwaway_dev_advice

I work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle.

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