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RCW 49.12.287

Sick leave, time offCare of family membersDischarge of employee not permitted.

An employer shall not discharge, threaten to discharge, demote, suspend, discipline, or otherwise discriminate against an employee because the employee: (1) Has exercised, or attempted to exercise, any right provided under RCW 49.12.270 through 49.12.295; or (2) has filed a complaint, testified, or assisted in any proceeding under RCW 49.12.270 through 49.12.295.

Notes:

Effective date2002 c 243: See note following RCW 49.12.265.