An employer shall not discharge, threaten to discharge, demote, suspend, discipline, or otherwise discriminate against an employee because the employee: (1) Has exercised, or attempted to exercise, any right provided under RCW 49.12.270 through 49.12.295; or (2) has filed a complaint, testified, or assisted in any proceeding under RCW 49.12.270 through 49.12.295.

NOTES:

Effective date2002 c 243: See note following RCW 49.12.265.

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Terms Used In Washington Code 49.12.287

  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.