I recently faced a troubling situation with my former employer in Maryland. After my maternity leave, I was verbally assured that I could return to my position, as my job didn't offer FMLA. However, just a week before I was set to go back, I was informed that I was no longer needed. To make matters worse, my employer is now telling the unemployment office that I was fired on the day I took my maternity leave, which is completely untrue. I'm feeling incredibly frustrated and betrayed, especially since I just had a baby and am in desperate need of financial support. I'm considering reaching out to an attorney to explore my options, as I believe they are actively lying to prevent me from receiving the benefits I deserve.