Every woman who is active in the professional word is entitled to a salary during pregnancy and after childbirth for the duration of her maternity leave.
But who, between the employer and the insurer, is responsible for paying the salary during this time?
A first distinction must be made between two situations: the period before and after childbirth.
Before the delivery:
In principle, a…
Whether you are planning a pregnancy or are expecting a child, it is normal to ask yourself what leave you are entitled to as a future mother.
Can I stay at home before the birth?
In principle, a pregnant woman must work until the end of the pregnancy. However, she can go on…
Until 1 January 2021, no Swiss law grants paternity leave to young fathers after the birth of their child.
In the private sector, however, the employer is required to give time off for family events. Young fathers can thus benefit from an average of 1 to 2 days of leave…
Are you expecting?
As a young working woman, you need to know how to deal with your employer. Is there an obligation to announce the pregnancy? and if so, when?
First of all, you should know that a pregnant woman is protected against dismissal throughout her pregnancy and during 16 weeks after giving birth (a total period of about 56 weeks!). This applies whether the pregnancy announcement was…