Seattle Employment Attorneys
In the workplace, discrimination can occur when one of your protected civil rights is abused or ignored because of a lack of sensitivity. Violation of your civil rights can give rise to either state or federal claims along with recovery of attorney’s fees, costs and punitive damages, which may be awarded by a jury in federal or state court depending on the circumstances. Employees can be wrongfully terminated or discharged from work without cause or in violation of protected civil rights. Despite the fact that Washington is an “at will” state, which means an employer can fire employees when it wants to and for whatever reasons, it does not mean civil rights can be violated, ignored or abused, nor does it mean company rules, regulations and policy manuals can ignore your civil rights. If you intend to seek out a consultation with our office, please bring your contract, policy manuals and other documents from your employer to the initial meeting with our firm.
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