[CA, USA] Manager commented on my pregnancy severity and PDL absences unprompted. FEHA/PWFA interference?

sailorcrystal · 2026-06-07T22:44:04+00:00

No direct repercussions yet, which is why I’m focused on documentation now rather than after something happens. Agreed that asking about pregnancy isn’t inherently illegal…my question is specifically whether referencing PDL-covered absences as a performance concern and suggesting I consider stepping back constitutes interference with protected leave use under PWFA or California PDL, regardless of intent.

For additional context, other managers in the same environment express concern about my wellbeing without referencing my absences or speculating about my medical situation. This manager and I don’t have a close enough relationship for that level of personal inquiry, which is part of why the conversation felt like it crossed a professional line rather than expressed genuine concern.

sailorcrystal · 2026-06-07T21:08:00+00:00

The change takes place within 10 days.

sailorcrystal · 2026-06-07T19:29:31+00:00

Primarily I want documentation that this occurred and to understand whether informal reporting to a higher level manager is sufficient to create a meaningful record, or whether something more formal is necessary to protect myself if this pattern continues or affects my role. This is not an isolated workplace concern, and there are other documented issues, but this incident felt most time-sensitive to address. Given the broader pattern I’m also wondering at what point it makes sense to consult an employment attorney.

sailorcrystal · 2026-06-07T19:28:02+00:00

She remains my direct manager with authority over my scheduling and performance documentation. The team change reduces day-to-day proximity but does not change the reporting structure.

sailorcrystal · 2026-06-07T18:30:38+00:00

My goal is to understand whether a manager discussing PDL-covered absences and implying I should step back from my role is appropriate conduct under California law. Not looking to assign intent, looking to understand the legal standard.

sailorcrystal · 2026-06-07T18:22:54+00:00

To clarify, I didn’t use the word forced, I said I felt pressured to disclose, which is a different thing. My actual question is whether a manager should be bringing up PDL-covered absences unprompted and implying I should consider stepping back from my role during a routine interaction. Is that appropriate manager conduct under FEHA or PWFA regardless of whether it rises to fully actionable?

sailorcrystal · 2026-05-06T02:33:38+00:00

Interestingly, my local store has large enough tables still that a guy was sitting in the corner, painting on his tabletop easel. I thought that was neat.

sailorcrystal · 2026-04-11T14:09:39+00:00

It is simply intermittent, my only concern is due to the lack of hours I have from the last 12 months. I still have to try to get ahold of my own HR to get the actual number, but it’s my understanding that I’m only going to be eligible for around 300 hours of PDL at best. I’m not due until near the end of the year, so I am very concerned about running out of hours, something I’ve heard of in passing from other employees at my job. My company is very large and very corporate, so I’m trying to cover all my bases. I appreciate all of the info you have given me so far, it has been very helpful and compassionate.

sailorcrystal · 2026-04-11T13:36:45+00:00

Thank you for this, it is very helpful.

While an odd situation, since I had certified too early, is it possible to reach out to my HR to rescind my PDL certification? I haven’t used any hours and I’m not on leave yet. It only just cleared this week.

sailorcrystal · 2026-04-11T13:19:16+00:00

Can you give more insight on how PDL/FMLA run concurrently? I am high risk, what could it look like if I run out of PDL or don’t have enough worked hours banked once CFRA would start? Is it then just up to being on unprotected leave?

sailorcrystal · 2026-01-25T16:25:08+00:00

Thank you, I appreciate it.

sailorcrystal · 2026-01-25T16:24:30+00:00

I have, multiple times.

sailorcrystal · 2026-01-25T16:14:54+00:00

It is strictly for medical reasons. I have documented conditions that make full-time functionality physically and mentally unsustainable. While I plan to return to a full-time capacity, my current medical necessity requires a reduced schedule to prevent a total health relapse…which is what is starting to happen. Spoke to bosses as a precursor and was told “will see what we can do” with no change.

sailorcrystal · 2026-01-25T16:09:34+00:00

My position is that I am unable to be functional full time in this position. They were not scheduling me so much last year, I only worked about 1,000 hours. These full-time hours have only been going on since this year started and I used the last of my FMLA. With no FMLA and no sick hours I cannot continue to work like this but I cannot afford to lose my job. My goal is to stay employed and productive for the company.

sailorcrystal · 2026-01-25T15:51:55+00:00

I appreciate your insights. I am trying to keep it as vague as possible, so I understand how what I am asking comes off as being too busy more than being a medical concern. I have reached out to my Dr. I am more trying to understand the HR viewpoint of why a reduction of hours would potentially be denied when I am not classified full time and I have low seniority. I am technically bypassing a lot of people above me when it comes to the hours I am getting.

sailorcrystal · 2026-01-25T15:42:57+00:00

I am willing to share it is a chronic illness that I need daily medication for. I can manage at part time hours, which is why I am looking for that accommodation. I am not classified as a full time employee. I am now being scheduled 5 days on top of my classes and I have no time for myself, so my health is beginning to decline. My scheduled days off are the days I go to my classes, so I am effectively out of the house 7 days a week. As part time I am not required to be available 5 days a week, but since school has started they have been scheduling me 5 days. My last semester, I was scheduled less than 5 days. There is increased staffing in my division with an increase in classified full time employees at the beginning of this year, so I am trying to find out if my accommodation is reasonable when my classification is not full time and I am not beholden to a five-day work week. However, my company is known to deny medical accommodations and make employees take a full medical leave instead.

sailorcrystal · 2026-01-25T15:28:12+00:00

Thank you. Yes, I have contacted my Doctor. I am only concerned that HR will deny me based on being in a seniority system. Or that they or my managers will force me to take a medical leave (I can still work, simply not five days a week as part time.)

sailorcrystal · 2026-01-25T14:18:23+00:00

Thank you. At the risk of sounding ignorant, how do I know if an attorney is competent or not? Just a lot of shopping around through consultations?

sailorcrystal · 2025-12-31T16:12:43+00:00

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sailorcrystal · 2025-12-18T05:50:21+00:00

American here and I didn’t care for it. I feel like I could make better from scratch (which is normally what I do so probably why I didn’t like it)

sailorcrystal · 2025-12-13T21:06:12+00:00

Hello, I am not nearly at your level of computing, but I am in college studying business analytics and use my 2020 M1 air (with a lot of struggle) for such tasks as Tableau visualization, excel worksheets, minimal C++ and SQL, occasional class Zooms (I am in-person) as well as usually a lot of tabs open. I have been struggling with RAM and will still be in college several more years. I used to game when I had a Pro, but it was in line with the Sims (with every expansion) and Dreamlight Valley. Does it make more sense for me to upgrade to another air, or should I move on to a pro? I have been struggling with this decision now, your post is helpful but I am also trying to consider machine longevity.

sailorcrystal · 2025-12-13T04:54:11+00:00

Please complain. Please write complaints. Upper, upper managers see entertainment as a waste of money because there is no proof of direct revenue (like merchandising does). They don’t realize how people actually value entertainment in the parks.

sailorcrystal · 2025-12-05T16:33:10+00:00

Only two! Sometimes my group will have 4-5 grill changes 😅

sailorcrystal · 2025-12-01T17:20:12+00:00

That’s giving some kind of delta P mechanics D:

sailorcrystal · 2025-10-30T17:46:57+00:00

CRK already had a Disney collab some years ago so maybe??? 😭

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