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Professionals with debilitating medical conditions may need accommodations to work. Some people develop illnesses or injuries during employment that alter their functional capabilities. They may request accommodations that allow them to continue working in the same...
Mothers in Washington absolutely have a right to pump at work. They may need to do this for an extended amount of time after giving birth, and it is a way for them to focus on the best interests not just of themselves, but also of their children. This right is...
Pregnancy discrimination still happens in many Washington workplaces. If your employer treats you unfairly because you are pregnant, have recently given birth or have a related medical condition, you have the right to take action. Reporting it can help protect you and...
Pregnancy discrimination in the workplace is generally understood as treating a job applicant or employee unfavorably because they are pregnant. However, the Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978, an amendment to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, prohibits...
Seattle’s tech sector is always evolving, but that fast pace often leaves older workers behind. Age bias can manifest long before a hiring decision is made and can influence who gets laid off when companies restructure. Identifying these patterns helps workers...
Harassment does not always stop at the time clock. Group chats and late‑night texts can follow you home and then trail you back onto the next shift. In Washington, off‑the‑clock messages can contribute to a hostile work environment when they tie to work and target a...
A new role assignment during pregnancy can raise immediate questions about fairness, especially when you did not request the change.Recognizing when a reassignment becomes unlawful can help you understand what your options are when you need to file a complaint....
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) prohibits treating employees and job applicants unfavorably or favorably because they are from a particular country or part of the world. National origin is also a protected class under Washington Law Against...
Workplaces often rely on unspoken rules, shifting expectations and informal feedback. For many employees, those patterns may be manageable, but for others, they can create real barriers. Autistic individuals, in particular, may experience challenges when communication...
If you applied for a promotion and watched it go to a younger coworker, you may be wondering whether age played a role in the decision. Whether a denied promotion qualifies as age discrimination depends on your circumstances. Which laws protect older workers in...