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Originally posted by aurigus
So do you guys think they should do away with Maternity/Paternity leave? Isn't that discrimination by your definitions?
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No, I think it is different. Most companies will state their maternity/paternity leave at hiring, or will do so if asked. I know when I am hired, that if someone in the office gets pregnant, they are allowed maternity, and by accepting the job agree that I am aware of this, whether I am or not. If I didn't ask by that time, it is my fault for not asking- not for them not telling me.
However, the fact that the job I was hired to do is expected to change because someone else has kids is different. I did not accept the job with the understanding that if someone with kids had a problem, I would be expected to bite the bullet.
It is hard to put into words right now, but it is still true.