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Wrongful Termination Lawyer in Kennewick, WA

Washington is generally an "at-will employment" state. This means the general rule in Washington is that, unless a contract, collective bargaining agreement or state statute says otherwise, an employer can terminate a worker with or without notice for any reason, good or bad, or for no reason at all.

However, an employer cannot terminate a worker when it jeopardizes Washington's "public policy." This means an employer cannot fire a worker because:

  • The worker refused to commit an illegal act.
  • The worker performed a public duty or obligation (such as jury service).
  • The worker exercised a legal right or privilege (such as filing a worker's compensation claim).
  • The worker reported employer misconduct (such as employer fraud).

If you feel you may have been wrongfully terminated in Kennewick, WA, call employment attorney Adam R. Pechtel today at 509-586-3091.

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"Washington has a long and proud history of being a pioneer in the protection of employee rights."
Bostain v. Food Exp., Inc. (2007).


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  • Home
  • About Us
  • Practice Areas
    • Wrongful Termination
    • Employment Discrimination
    • Retaliation
    • Whistleblower Claims
    • Trial and Litigation Lawyer
    • Noncompete Agreements
    • Employment Contracts
    • Severance Agreements
    • Wage and Hour Claims
    • Family and Medical Leave
  • FAQ
  • Disclaimer
  • Contact Us