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Seyfarth says it published a guide to California pregnancy accommodation proposals
Seyfarth said it published an analysis of California’s proposed pregnancy accommodation and leave regulations. The firm said its briefing examined broader definitions, workplace accommodations, medical documentation and leave procedures in the Civil Rights Council’s October 16 proposal, including its relationship with federal pregnancy protections.
Key points
- Seyfarth said the proposal would replace a fixed 10-day response period with a requirement to respond as soon as practicable.Seyfarth
- The firm discussed employee self-confirmation in place of medical certification in specified circumstances.Seyfarth
- Seyfarth said the proposal would remove the two-week minimum duration for bonding leave.Seyfarth
- The firm said written comments were due by 5 p.m. on December 8, 2026.Seyfarth