HKM Wins at Trial. HKM served as co-counsel representing defendants Delta Inn, Inc. and Hung G. Kim in a multi-million claim regarding the ownership of Delta Inn. On December 19, 2011, after a four-week bench trial in King County Superior Court, the court issued a verdict in favor of defendants. Soon In Kim v. Delta Inn et. al., 10-2-19547-5 SEA (King County Superior Court).

Congratulations to Partners Donald W. Heyrich and Dan Kalish who were recognized by Washington Law and Politics once again. Donald W. Heyrich was named a SuperLawyer by the magazine, and Dan Kalish was named a Rising Star.

HKM Wins Jury Verdict For Former Employee. HKM represented plaintiff Wendy Dorn in two-week jury trial regarding overtime wages. On September 15, 2011, jury returned verdict in favor of Ms. Dorn and, on November 30, 2011, the court awarded attorneys’ fees. Dorn v. Kent Post No. 15 et. al., 10-2-10169-1 KNT (King County Superior Court).

HKM Obtains Class Certification in Overtime Claim. On September 13, 2011, the Federal District Court in Oregon certified a class of Sleep Country sales associates in an overtime claim against the company. HKM represents the Sleep Country class. Shanklin et.al. v. Sleep Country USA, Inc., 3:10-CV 00406-MO (D. Or.).

HKM Writes Employment Discrimination Section of the Washington State Practice Manual. As in previous year, HKM has written the Employment Discrimination section of the Washington State Practice Manual. The publication is expected to be published in early 2012.

HKM Expands with New Hire. On September 28, 2011, attorney Cindy Lin joined HKM as a full-time associate attorney. You can learn more about Ms. Lin here.

HKM Prevails in Non-Compete Case. HKM represented Robert Heffner, current CEO of Falck North America, in non-compete lawsuit filed by Rural Metro Corp., after Mr. Heffner left Rural/Metro. Rural/Metro dismissed the case on November 4, 2010 after Heffner prevailed at TRO hearing. Rural Metro Corp. v. Heffner, 2:10-CV-02292-GMS (D. Ariz.).

Washington Ethics Investigation Attorney

About Ethics Investigations

Business owners bear the responsibility to conduct business in a fair and unbiased manner. In order to ensure that employers do not take advantage of employees and associates, the government enacted a number of laws pertaining to business ethics. While these laws were put in place to protect individuals from unethical treatment by employers, these laws can also be taken advantage of and used unfairly against employers who have actually not violated any law. Whatever side of the situation you may find yourself on, it is important to realize the importance of a qualified Washington employment law attorney when dealing with an ethics investigation.

Ethics investigations can stem from any number of potentially unethical situations. Unfair treatment at work based on an employee's age, race, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, or for any other questionable reason is discrimination. Many laws are in place to protect employees from discrimination in the workplace. It is also unethical for an employer to take adverse action against an employee for taking a medical leave or for seeking disability benefits. No matter what the situation you may find yourself in, a highly knowledgeable and experienced employment lawyer can help you navigate your way through an ethics investigation.

Ethics Investigation Lawyer Serving Washington

Ethics investigations can be exceptionally complex and time intensive. It is very important that you retain an attorney that you can trust. The attorneys at HKM Employment Attorneys have the knowledge and experience necessary to assist you throughout the ethics investigation process. Unlike other firms, we focus exclusively on employment law, especially those laws pertaining to employment ethics. This specialized knowledge and our 40 years of experience representing clients in employment law cases makes our firm an ideal candidate to handle your case. Your future depends on the sound legal representation of a dedicated attorney. Call our firm today.

Contact a Washington ethics investigation attorney if you have been a victim of unethical dealings or if you face accusations of unethical business practices.