A missed meal period may seem routine during a demanding shift. Over time, repeated break disruptions can influence how your employer records compensable work hours. In Washington, break compliance often connects closely to wage accuracy. If your schedule requires you...
NDAs, or non-disclosure agreements, are often used in the workplace to protect confidential business information. You may encounter one when starting a job or leaving an employer. While these agreements can be legitimate, some employers use them to silence employees...
You just heard an offensive joke or received a hostile comment. It only happened once, but it targets a part of your identity. Is this instance bad enough to be illegal discrimination? Finding an answer to this question requires a deeper understanding of employment...
Losing your job can feel like a professional and personal setback, especially if you believe that it happened unfairly. Sharing your situation on social media platforms like Facebook, X and Instagram can become a double-edged sword if you intend to pursue a wrongful...
Some nondisclosure agreements, or NDAs, protect a company’s private business information. Others go too far and try to stop workers from speaking out. They may include rules that prevent you from saying anything negative about your former employer, even if the...
Dealing with a divorce is often challenging, especially when there are children involved. Suddenly, you are faced with questions about where your child will live, with whom, and for how long. Let’s take a closer look at how Washington state divorce courts determine child custody arrangements so that you can have a better understanding of what to expect from the…
