Description

A salaried manufacturing employee at a craft beverage production company claims their employer refused to honor a written parental leave policy outlined in the employee handbook since 2024, which guaranteed 60 days of paid leave. The employee notified management of their pregnancy in January 2026 with a June 2026 due date, but the company repeatedly delayed coordinating leave discussions and ultimately denied the benefit, citing a facility closure and production outsourcing that occurred after the employee had already notified management of the upcoming need for leave. The employee states the policy was a significant factor in their decision to remain employed with the company.