Practice Areas

Employment Litigation

We pursue lawsuits for violations of state and federal employment law. Claims include:

  • Discrimination;

  • Sexual harassment;

  • Harassment and hostile work environment based on race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other protected class;

  • Retaliation;

  • Wrongful termination in violation of public policy;

  • Whistleblower retaliation;

  • Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) interference and retaliation;

  • Pregnancy discrimination under the Healthy Starts Act;

  • Wage and hour violations, such as wrongfully withheld wages, and meal and rest break violations;

  • Wage and hour class actions.

Contract Review and Negotiation

We provide counsel to current employees and help them defend their rights in the workplace.

This could include, for example:

  • Advising an employee through the disability accommodations process;

  • Advising employees of their rights regarding medical leave and pregnancy accommodation;

  • Assisting employees in recognizing and documenting unlawful harassment, discrimination or retaliation; or

  • Collecting witness statements on behalf of an employee.

Counsel for Current Employees

We assist professionals in contract review and negotiations.

Before you sign a severance agreement or employment contract, we will review the terms to ensure compliance with Washington law.

If needed, we may also communicate with your employer to negotiate the terms.

  • Severance Negotiations

  • Employment Contract Review

Contact us today for a case review or consultation.

We can be reached by email at admin@shishidogoldsworthy.com, by phone at 206-582-5199, or through our website. You will receive a response promptly.