What legal action can I take against my former employer for unlawful termination?
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What legal action can I take against my former employer for unlawful termination?
I am 4 months pregnant and got fired for poor job performance. I was never given proper warnings like my manager was supposed to. I noticed that my manager changed and started picking on me. I feel I was victimized from the time I told them I was pregnant.
Asked on April 27, 2011 under Employment Labor Law, New Jersey
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
I am so sorry for your situation. To establish a valid legal claim for pregnancy discrimination in New Jersey, you have to establish that your pregnancy was part of the reason for the discrimination you have encountered. You do not have to establish that an employer fired you onlybecause of your pregnancy. Pregnancy discrimination in New Jersey can be difficult to prove. Generally, there is no hard or direct proof to rely on (such a a memo that states we are firing her because she is pregnant) but rather claims involve circumstantial evidence. I would consult with a discrimination attorney in your area on the matter. Take care of yourself and good luck to you.
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