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. Click here to read more.

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. Click here to read more.

HKM Wins Jury Verdict For Former Employee. HKM represented plaintiff Wendy Dorn in two-week jury trial regarding overtime wages. Click here to read more.

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. Click here to read more.

HKM Writes Employment Discrimination Section of the Washington State Practice Manual. Click here to read more.

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. Click here to read more.

HKM Defends Employee In Non-Compete Case. When an ex-employee of insynQ, Inc. was sued by the company for alleged violations of her non-compete agreement, she hired HKM. Click here to read more.

HKM Wards Off Vulcan Inc.’s Motion to Dismiss. HKM is representing a former employee who is suing Vulcan Inc. for discriminatory and harassing treatment, retaliation, and character defamation (among other things). Click here to read more.

HKM Files Wage Claim Lawsuit. Representing a former employee of Moxy, Inc. HKM filed a lawsuit against the company for wages and payments owed to the employee. Click here to read more.

HKM Takes Aim at Unsolicited Text Messages. Representing multiple consumers, HKM has filed class-action lawsuits against corporate entities charged with sending a barrage of unsolicited text messages (SMS). Click here to read more.

Washington Employment Law Attorney

Whistleblower and Retaliation Claims

Washington and Federal laws prohibit employers from terminating or otherwise discriminating against employees that engage in conduct protected by public policy. Those brave enough to take the initiative to report a wrongdoing should not be punished. Some examples of conduct that is protected by state and federal law include:

Reporting Illegal activity by an employer or co-worker
Reporting unlawful harassment
Reporting unlawful discrimination
Reporting conduct that is unethical, dangerous, or that affects public safety
Filing a workers' compensation claim
Making complaints regarding overtime and payment of wages
Whistleblowing under state and federal laws

Whistleblowing is a term that is used to describe someone that raises concern about conduct in an organization that he or she feels is unethical or wrong. This word is usually used to describe someone from working within the organization. Retaliation against a whistleblower when is prohibited and whistleblowers are protected under the law . If you believe that you have been retaliated or discriminated against due to whistleblowing, speak with a Washington employment law attorney from our firm immediately.

Experienced Employment Law Representation

HKM Employment Attorneys ha s provided countless clients with a high quality of legal representation. Both employers and employees are benefited by our extensive background in employee law. We have assisted in all matters pertaining to whistleblower claims including wrongful discharge and retaliation in violation of federal law. Our firm has handled discrimination and whistleblower claims at all stages including litigation. We are able to quickly analyze an employment law case and develop a successful approach that encompasses all areas of the claim. This is just one of the reasons why are focused on employment law. If you have any questions regarding a whistleblower claim or any other employment law matter, speak with a highly skilled attorney from our firm today.

Contact a Washington whistleblower claims attorney from the firm today so that your case can be reviewed immediately.