Posted on May 22, 2026 by Ryan Golden

Google docked dad’s performance rating for taking baby bonding leave, lawsuit claims

A new manager treated the plaintiff, a single father, with “increased hostility” following his return from leave, according to the co

mplaint.

https://www.hrdive.com/news/google-docked-dads-performance-rating-baby-bonding-leave/820980/

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