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In Washington State, pregnant workers have specific rights when it comes to taking leave from their jobs. However, employers may not always provide full information about these rights, leaving some workers unaware of the benefits and protections available to them. It...
There are many different protected classes, such as race, religion, age, gender or national origin. These are just a few examples, but employers are not allowed to discriminate based on these protected classes. They can’t use these traits to determine who they are...
Being in an accident is a scary and challenging situation. It's increasingly scary if the accident causes a disability. One stressor is the impact on your job and job status. Understanding your rights and the protections in place is essential. Disability...
If you have a disability of any kind, knowing your rights to “reasonable accommodation” under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) can be crucial to being able to do your job. Most people know that employers are typically required to provide reasonable...
One key component of many sexual harassment cases, at least when they take place on the job, is that there is a power imbalance between the two people who are involved. In most cases, the harasser has a greater level of power than the victim. They are intentionally...
Pregnancy is a significant life event, often bringing about numerous questions regarding workplace rights and obligations. If you're pregnant and employed in Washington, you might wonder about your responsibilities when it comes to informing your employer. Your rights...
Weight discrimination happens when an employer treats an employee unfairly because of their weight. This can affect hiring, promotions, job tasks, and more. Washington state has laws to help protect people from this kind of treatment. Washington state laws on weight...
Even though workplaces are becoming more diverse, discrimination based on age is still a significant concern for older workers. It can seriously affect their careers and lives. While obvious discrimination is usually condemned, there are smaller signs of bias based on...
Workplace discrimination happens when someone is discriminated against based on their inclusion in a protected class. Examples of protected classes include gender, age, religion, national origin and much more. Employers are supposed to give all employees fair...
Some businesses have dress code requirements for employees. The most standard kind of dress codes require employees to wear standard semi-professional attire. This kind of dress code usually accommodates clothing many people already own. Some employees may be required...