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Your supervisor threatens to call authorities if you file a claim after an injury. You likely wonder if this is legal. It is not. Washington law protects your right to seek medical treatment for job injuries regardless of your immigration status. The Department of...
Many people with disabilities face barriers at work. These barriers can be difficult to overcome for employees who have physical or cognitive disabilities. Businesses often must make accommodations for employees with disabilities. However, not all businesses are...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
The United States is largely a country built by immigrants. People fleeing persecution or seeking more opportunities travel to the United States. They settle here with their families, seek out employment and become contributing members of society. National origin is a...
You look for fair access when starting a job search. Yet a growing number of employers may use automated tools that can influence your chances before you meet a person. A résumé filter might determine who advances. A video system could score voice or gaze in ways you...
Workers in the United States have protections against discrimination. There are a variety of protected classes defined by the EEOC. These include, but are not limited to, characteristics like age, race, national origin, sex, disability or pregnancy. That said, even...