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A prison guard says she was forced to stay at her post during labor pains. Texas is fighting compensation for her stillbirth. (www.texastribune.org)

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The seven-months-pregnant officer reported contraction-like pains at work, but said she wasn’t allowed to leave for hours. The anti-abortion state is fighting her lawsuit, in part by saying her fetus didn’t clearly have rights.

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[–] TheObserver 4 points 1 year ago (7 children)

That whole thing could have been avoided if she just left 🤷. Jobs don't give a flying fuck about you. You will be replaced in a weeks time. Worry about yourself and yourself only.

Before anyone tries to come at me saying she couldn't leave. Yes she can. Doesn't matter what rule or threat or law you come up with. If u wanna leave then leave nobody forced her to stay but her loyalty to a shitty company.

[–] Clent 7 points 1 year ago (3 children)

That is not always the case.

There can severe penalties if there is a contract involved.

[–] [email protected] 9 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Plus, seven months pregnant is not exactly a time that you want to risk losing your health insurance because it’s tied to your employment.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago

Also, most places don’t want to hire someone who’s 7 months pregnant. They’ll conveniently find another applicant was the more “suitable” hire.

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