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Can an employee be laid off or fired while pregnant or on maternity leave?

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Can an employee be laid off or fired while pregnant or on maternity leave?

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Not because of the pregnancy or related medical leave. However, if the employer is conducting a general reduction in force then her position may be included. The reduction in force must be based on business needs. Also performance problems can be addressed while the employee is pregnant.