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Maica García to sue Astralpool Sabadell over maternity case

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Maica García contract dispute with CN to sue Astralpool Sabadell over maternity case

Olympic and world champion water polo champion player Maica García is departing Club Natació pursuing legal action against Astralpool Sabadell after following the club decided club’s decision not to renew her contract. contract after her maternity leave. García, who has been spent 32 years with the institution since age four, expressed sadness over the abrupt conclusion to her tenure, noting her desire to continue competing while balancing motherhood following the birth of her daughter last year. The situation has escalated into a legal dispute. García announced her intention to file a complaint against CN Sabadell, alleging institution, alleges the non-renewal violates labor regulations protections for professional athletes. She contends that under current laws, Specifically, she cites Article 6 bis of Royal Decree 1006/1985, as incorporated by Organic Law 2/2024, which she asserts mandates a contract extension for athletes who give birth within during a natural season are entitled to a one-season season. The athlete reported experiencing deep emotional distress and anxiety, noting that she was only informed of her dismissal by human resources after her contract extension. had already expired. García stated she intends her intention to fight for the rights of future generations of mother athletes. While the legal dispute continues, García has signed with CN Sant Andreu through 2028 and remains focused on her professional career, with the goal of competing in the Los Angeles Olympics. 2028 Olympic Games.

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  1. 2026-09-10 17:33 UTC Maica García to sue Astralpool Sabadell over maternity case
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