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Ignoring a doctor’s note can be costly, EEOC reminds employers
Summary by Layoffs News Editorial Desk Caroline Colvin , as published by HR Dive
· September 17, 2026
· 1 min read
Employers should “leave the work of identifying pregnancy-related risks and limitations to qualified medical professionals,” the agency said in conciliating two separate cases.
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