Hr Negligence Legal Recourse

Summary

HR negligence in Washington state may lead to legal claims if it affects employment. Washington law protects employees from unfair treatment. If HR failed to investigate properly, and it impacted your role, you might have grounds for a complaint. Consulting a local employment attorney can provide personalized advice and help you understand your legal options.

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Located in Washington state. Hr failed to ensure no relationship issues were present due to possibly having to do internal investigations. A coworker has been dating my uncle for over 5 years. Now she has applied for a different position in the store and marked down that she is dating my uncle.
Based on your location, here are some points:
- Washington law doesn't prohibit nepotism, but most companies do.
- If the company's policy wasn't adhered to, you may have grounds for a complaint.
- It's up to the company to investigate, not HR.
You may want to consult with a local employment attorney for personalized advice.
I am being forced out of my role and cannot advance due to the lack of investigation
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. It may be a case of unfair treatment or wrongful termination. Here are some important points:
- Washington law protects employees from unfair treatment.
- You may have a case if you can prove the lack of investigation affected your employment.
Consider contacting a local employment attorney for further advice.