WERE YOU UNFAIRLY FIRED?

Wrongful termination happens when an employer fires someone for an illegal reason. Under Washington law, this can include discrimination, retaliation, harassment, or punishing someone for reporting misconduct or exercising a legally protected right. It can also involve termination based on a protected characteristic such as pregnancy, race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or gender expression. Washington is an at-will employment state, but that does not allow employers to fire you in violation of state anti-discrimination laws or public policy. If your firing violated your rights, you may have a claim.

No. Under the Washington Law Against Discrimination (WLAD), employers cannot legally fire you because of factors such as pregnancy, medical needs, disability, race, gender, age, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. Washington's protections are broader than federal law in several areas, and employers must provide reasonable accommodations and treat all employees fairly. If you were terminated after requesting accommodations, reporting concerns, or disclosing a protected condition, your rights under the WLAD may have been violated.

Depending on your case, you may be eligible to recover lost wages and future earning capacity, lost benefits such as healthcare or retirement contributions, and compensation for emotional distress. Washington law also allows for the recovery of attorneys' fees and costs in successful discrimination and retaliation claims. Additional damages may be available depending on the severity of the violation and the impact the wrongful termination has had on your life and career. Our legal team can help you understand your rights under Washington state law and evaluate the full value of your claim.