Workers' Rights
Workers are protected by laws and rules covering workers' wages, working conditions, overtime pay, and prevailing wage on public works construction projects.
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Getting Paid
Employees must be paid for all work performed at the rate agreed upon with their employer.
Discrimination in the Workplace
Workers are entitled to protection from discrimination. L&I handles safety & health, wage & hour, and some other types of workplace discrimination.
Holiday, Vacation & Bereavement Leave
Washington State does not require employers to provide leave or pay for holidays, vacations, or bereavement.
Forms & Publications
Notice to Employees – If a Job Injury Occurs
F242-191-909 — (12/01/2012), Poster in English-Spanish
Notice to Employees - If a Job Injury Occurs (Self-Insured)
F207-037-909 — (12/01/2012), Poster in English-Spanish
Job Safety and Health Law
F416-081-909 — (09/01/2015), Poster in English-Spanish
Your Rights as a Worker
F700-074-909 — (04/01/2019), Poster in English-Spanish