A few years ago I went to work for a small firm - run by husband and wife.
They were difficult to work for but I did my job and things were OK. Then I found out I was pregnant with my first child and as I was suffering bad morning sickness I told them immediately that I was pregnant.
They were disgusted - it was obvious and they made life quite difficult.
I really tried to struggle on with work despite being quite ill and getting no support at work. I developed severe hyperemesis grav(sp?) which ended up with me in hospital on a drip.
While I was off sick they made me redundant.
I was too ill at that point to argue but eventually saw a solicitor who agreed I had a strong case.
After several months the company closed and I was worried they might be able to win the case so I dropped it. We couldn't afford the solicitor's fees if we were to lose and I had a new baby and DH was out of work.
After I dropped the case they re-opened in a new location with a new name but same business.
This was several years ago and I am now applying for some part time jobs.
What do I put on the application about previous employer? I don't want to lie and have done nothing wrong but I don't have a reference from these people and have no intention of asking for one.
Will employers think I was at fault/ a troublemaker etc?
Any experience or ideas welcome.
Thanks