Washington Code 49.44.135 – Requiring lie detector tests — Civil penalty and damages — Attorneys’ fees
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In a civil action alleging a violation of RCW 49.44.120, the court may:
Terms Used In Washington Code 49.44.135
- Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
(1) Award a penalty in the amount of five hundred dollars to a prevailing employee or prospective employee in addition to any award of actual damages;
(2) Award reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs to the prevailing employee or prospective employee; and
[ 1985 c 426 § 3.]