Are pregnancy-related issues covered under ADA or any other pregnancy disability acts (State of Washington specifically).
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Are pregnancy-related issues covered under ADA or any other pregnancy disability acts (State of Washington specifically).
Bank employee who is 5-6 months pregnant and experiencing back pain as a result of pregnancy. Bank has decided to remove all stools/chairs from work area. Is a chair/stool considered a “reasonable accommodation”?
Asked on May 26, 2009 under Employment Labor Law, Washington
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
Oh boy -- yup. You may be covered under ADA. Also, do you have doctor's notes? Anything from the doctor you have to sit (probably not necessary but will help your case).
Here is the Washington State Dept of Labor and Industries website: http://www.lni.wa.gov/WorkplaceRights/LeaveBenefits/FamilyCare/Maternity/default.asp
http://www.lni.wa.gov/WorkplaceRights/files/FamilyLeaveFAQs.pdf
http://www.lni.wa.gov/IPUB/416-081-909.pdf
http://www.lni.wa.gov/IPUB/700-074-909.pdf
http://www.lni.wa.gov/WorkplaceRights/default.asp
http://www.lni.wa.gov/WorkplaceRights/ComplainDiscrim/SafeWorkplace/default.asp
http://www.lni.wa.gov/WorkplaceRights/ComplainDiscrim/Discrim/default.asp
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