Practice question
A qualified covered worker gives birth outside marriage. The employer denies maternity leave solely because of her civil status and the child’s nonmarital status. Which is correct?
- The denial necessarily follows RA11210
- RA11210 expressly protects maternity leave regardless of civil status or the child’s legitimacy, subject to applicable benefit qualifications
- Only married workers may receive any maternity protection
- The child must first be adopted by the employer
- A marriage certificate replaces every other coverage inquiry
Legal references
- RA11210, Sections 3 and 7: https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra2019/ra_11210_2019.html
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