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The Basics (9)
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Guide to Criminal Records and Employment in Washington State
This guide provides general information about the rights and responsibilities of people with a criminal record who are looking for a job. Read More
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Know Your Rights at Work
Watch a short video to learn about your rights at work. Read More
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- Spanish / Español
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Know Your Rights: Domestic Workers in Washington State
Information on your rights as a domestic worker or live-in home worker. Read More
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- Russian / Pусский
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Know Your Rights: Pregnancy and Work
The Healthy Starts Act is a new Washington State law that gives many pregnant workers the right to accommodations at work related to bathroom breaks, food and drink, heavy lifting, sitting/standing, and other accommodations as needed. “Accommodation” here means a change to your workday that you have asked for to allow for physical needs while you are pregnant. Read More
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Leave from Work for Survivors of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, or Stalking
Washington State law allows employees to take time off from work to address domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Read this to learn more about your rights. Read More
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- Russian / Pусский
- Chinese / 中文
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Sexual Harassment at Work
Sexual harassment at work is a serious problem. It can make workers less productive. It can increase employee absenteeism and turnover. And it can hurt the health and well being of workers. Sexual harassment is not about sex. It is the harasser being hostile toward the victim or abusing power over the victim because of the victim’s gender. Read More
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Unemployment Benefits - Free Legal Help
Were you denied unemployment benefits? Have you tried to appeal? Find out how to get free legal help. Read More
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Washington State Workers’ Rights Manual
Every year, thousands of workplace violations go unaddressed. Use this site to make sure your rights are not being violated. Read More
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Workers' Rights
Learn about health and safety, wage laws, required breaks for meals and rest, overtime and exemptions. Read More
Employee Rights - Criminal Records (2)
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Employee Background Checks
When you're applying for a job and the employer requires a background check, you have rights — and the employer has rules to follow. Before you complete the application or go on the interview, know what the company legally can and cannot do. Read More
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- Spanish / Español
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Guide to Criminal Records and Employment in Washington State
This guide provides general information about the rights and responsibilities of people with a criminal record who are looking for a job. Read More
Paid Family and Medical Leave (3)
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Paid Family and Medical Leave and COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
Frequently asked questions about Paid Family Leave and COVID-19. Read More
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Questions and Answers: Families First Coronavirus Response Act
Read about your rights and responsibilities under the FFCRA. Content Detail
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Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave
Workers in Washington state can now start to apply for paid leave! Learn about when and how you can get paid leave. Read More
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When You've Lost Your Job (2)
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Questions and Answers: Families First Coronavirus Response Act
Read about your rights and responsibilities under the FFCRA. Content Detail
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Unemployment Benefits - Free Legal Help
Were you denied unemployment benefits? Have you tried to appeal? Find out how to get free legal help. Read More