The key to a retaliation case is proving that the negative action happened in direct response to you engaging in a protected workplace activity.
Employers must report any worker fatality within 8 hours and any amputation, loss of an eye, or hospitalization of a worker within 24 hours.
When reporting, you can: Call 1-800-423-7233. Fill out a DOSH Complaint Form and: Submit the form to our secure file upload.
To report an instance of tax fraud, please complete the Washington State Tax and License Fraud form or call 360-705-6705.
If you believe your workplace rights have been violated, there are 3 ways you can file a complaint: File a Worker Rights Complaint online. Download and mail a completed Worker Rights Complaint form (F700-148-000). Visit your nearest L&I office.
Report any unsafe conditions to a supervisor or safety officer immediately. Don't try to fix the problem yourself – that's not your job.
Washington Statute RCW 51.24. 020 is an exception to employer immunity. An employee can sue their employer or co-worker if the injury was intentional. However, this is more challenging than it sounds.
A: If you are a Washington State employee who has worked for 8 hours, this is two 4-hour shifts total, which means you should get two 10-minute rest breaks that you are receiving payment for.
How to file a grievance Speak to your supervisor first. In all cases, it is important to try and resolve the dispute first before filing a formal complaint. File formal grievance in writing. Await Investigation. Await the decision. Arbitration.