Q: I'm 11 weeks pregnant my obgy gave me a 25 lbs weight restriction but they say they cannot accommodate me
I work for amazon as a delivery driver for a 3rd party, heaviest packages we get are 50lbs but sometimes feel heavier, I gave the paper work my obgy gave me and my work basically said they have no light duty work, no desk duties and they don't do helpers so I have to basically deal with lifting packages that are over 25lbs by myself, sometimes packages feel as if they are over 50lbs and the totes that packages are placed in can also be over 50lbs when lifting them into the vans. Not sure what to really say to my work or do they haven't said anything about termination either
A:
The Pregnancy Discrimination Act and related state laws require reasonable accommodations for pregnant workers, similar to those provided to employees with temporary physical limitations. If you work in New York, you have additional protections under the New York State Human Rights Law (NYSHRL) and the New York City Human Rights Law (NYCHRL). Possibly include a request for written clarification on why accommodations aren’t feasible.
Also, possibly Seek Assistance from the New York State Division of Human Rights (DHR). You can file a complaint with the NY DHR if your employer violates state law. Complaints must generally be filed within one year of the discrimination or accommodation denial. For more information or to file a complaint, visit dhr.ny.gov/ or call the Division of Human Rights at 1-888-392-3644.
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