It is important for employers to be careful with the questions they ask during interviews. In some cases, these questions could lead to allegations of discrimination. An employer may broach a topic that is not legal for them to ask a prospective employee about and...
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Month: September 2026
When sexual harassment reporting leads to retaliation
Sexual harassment in the workplace is strictly prohibited. However, studies consistently find that it is also underreported. Many people experience harassment and never speak up or take any other steps. One potential reason why this happens is because they are...
Can your employer require you to be 100% healed?
You are ready to return after an injury, but your doctor has placed limits on what you can do. Then your employer says you cannot come back until you are “100% healed.” That one-size-fits-all rule may conflict with Washington disability law. If you can do the main...