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Wrongful Termination Court For Retaliation In Washington
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It is a violation of RCW 49.60 and Federal anti-discrimination laws to retaliate against someone who opposed a discriminatory action in employment.
Examples of wrongful termination in Washington state include: Firing an employee in retaliation for exercising their legal rights, such as filing a complaint with a government agency or taking medical leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Firing an employee in violation of an employment contract.
If your termination violates state or federal employment laws, it may be deemed wrongful. Common reasons for wrongful termination include discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, religion, national origin, or sexual orientation.
Average Wrongful Termination Settlement Amounts The average wrongful termination settlement will vary. ing to Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) data, it's estimated that an average out of court settlement varies from $5,000 to $80,000.
While multimillion awards are possible, it is crucial to keep in mind that federal laws limit the amount of punitive and compensatory damages awarded in cases involving wrongful termination. They cannot exceed $50,000 – $300,000, depending on the number of employees working for the employer's business.
Generally, wrongful termination arises under the following two scenarios: (1) the employer fired a worker in a way that violated public policy, or (2) the employer fired a worker in a way that violated the worker's contractual rights.
To succeed on a claim of retaliation, you must show that you participated in a protected activity. Protected activities include reporting discrimination or reporting harassment in the workplace. Reporting your manager for being a is not necessarily protected activity.