What is a “summons” within the context of legal proceedings? Here’s my point of view. Continue reading “Employment Law 101: The Summons”
Employment Law 101: The Summons
Employment Law 101: Definition of Pleading
What is the definition of the term “pleading“? Here’s my point of view. Continue reading “Employment Law 101: Definition of Pleading”
Self-Serving Declarations (WA State)
Under Washington State laws, must a nonmoving party’s “self-serving” declarations be taken as true on summary judgment in a civil lawsuit? Here’s my point of view. Continue reading “Self-Serving Declarations (WA State)”
WSHRC: Bona Fide Occupational Qualification
Under the Washington State Administrative Code (hereinafter, “WAC”), what are the Washington State Human Rights Commission (hereinafter, “WSHRC”) regulations concerning bona fide occupational qualification? Here’s my point of view. Continue reading “WSHRC: Bona Fide Occupational Qualification”
The Public Duty Doctrine
Under Washington State laws, what is the public duty doctrine? Here’s my point of view. Continue reading “The Public Duty Doctrine”
Perceived Obesity Is a Protected Class
Under Washington Law Against Discrimination, is perceived obesity considered a protected class for purposes of disparate-treatment claims (based on failure to hire)? Here’s my point of view. Continue reading “Perceived Obesity Is a Protected Class”
Vicarious Liability (WA State)
Under WA State laws, what is the proper inquiry for vicarious liability within the scope of employment law? Here’s my point of view. Continue reading “Vicarious Liability (WA State)”
Noncompetition Covenants (WA State)
Under Washington State laws, when are employee noncompetition covenants void and unenforceable? Here’s my point of view. Continue reading “Noncompetition Covenants (WA State)”
Employment Reference Checks and Verifications (WA State)
Under Washington State laws, what are employer limitations when disclosing employee information in response to employment reference checks and verifications? Here’s my point of view. Continue reading “Employment Reference Checks and Verifications (WA State)”
Employment Law 101: Discovery (WA State)
Under Washington State law, what does the term “discovery” mean within the context of pre-trial legal proceedings? Here’s my point of view. Continue reading “Employment Law 101: Discovery (WA State)”