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Comprehensive guide to Washington workplace discrimination law covering WLAD protections, protected classes, and filing complaints.
The Washington Law Against Discrimination (WLAD) provides strong workplace discrimination protections, covering all employers regardless of size.
Quick Facts: Washington Discrimination Law
| Topic | Washington (WLAD) | Federal (Title VII) |
|---|---|---|
| Employer Coverage | All employers | 15+ employees |
| Filing Deadline | 6 months (WHRC) / 3 years (court) | 300 days |
| Agency | WHRC | EEOC |
Protected Classes Under WLAD
- Race, color
- National origin
- Religion, creed
- Sex, pregnancy
- Sexual orientation
- Gender identity
- Age (40+)
- Disability
- Marital status
- Military status
- Citizenship/immigration status
Filing a Complaint
Washington Human Rights Commission
Deadline: 6 months for employment discrimination (1 year for housing) Phone: 1-800-233-3247 Website: hum.wa.gov
Direct Court Filing (WLAD)
Deadline: 3 years statute of limitations No administrative exhaustion required
EEOC Seattle District Office
Phone: 1-800-669-4000 Deadline: 300 days
Finding Legal Help
- WHRC: hum.wa.gov{rel="nofollow"} | 1-800-233-3247
- EEOC: eeoc.gov{rel="nofollow"} | 1-800-669-4000
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