As a victim of workplace discrimination, you may think you have a clear and straightforward case. After all, you’ve experienced the unfair treatment firsthand, seen the pattern of bias and maybe you even have evidence that corroborates what happened. However, even the...
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Your rights as a pregnant worker in Washington
If you are pregnant and working in Washington, it helps to know what protections exist for you. Understanding your rights can help you plan your work schedule, stay safe and feel more confident in your job. Staying informed also helps you recognize when you need...
Can your boss demand details about your medical condition?
When you ask for an accommodation at work, you might wonder how much you need to share about your health. While your employer has a right to understand how your condition affects your job, they cannot demand full medical details. In Washington, privacy laws and...
What are “reasonable” accommodations?
When a worker has a disability, employers are required to make reasonable accommodations to allow that employee to continue performing their job. Discriminating on the basis of disability is illegal because disability is a protected class, along with things like...
When your supervisor says “English only” at work
If you are an hourly worker in Washington state, you might work in a large warehouse or a factory. The workplace is often home to many different languages. It is natural to speak your native language to coworkers during a break or while doing a job where you do not...