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Washington Legal Rights

Washington banned most non-competes in 2020 and requires full pay transparency in job postings. Know exactly what you're entitled to — and let Main AI enforce it automatically.

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Tenant rights

Washington Tenant Protections

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Security deposit maximum

No statutory cap

RCW 59.18.280

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Deposit return deadline

21 days after move-out with itemized deductions.

RCW 59.18.280

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Entry notice required

Landlords must give reasonable advance notice before entering your unit except in genuine emergencies. Repeated entry without notice may constitute harassment.

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Habitability rights

Your landlord must maintain heat, hot water, structural safety, and pest-free conditions regardless of what your lease says. "As-is" clauses are generally void.

✓ If your landlord violated these rules

Send a certified demand letter citing the exact statute and amount owed
File in small claims court for deposits up to the jurisdictional limit
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Employment rights

Washington Workplace Protections

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Non-compete agreements

Non-competes void for workers earning under $116,593/yr (2024). Must be disclosed before hire and at least 10 days in advance. Employer must pay lost wages if worker must quit due to non-compete.

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Wage protections

Minimum wage $16.28/hr (2024). WA workers can sue for 3x unpaid wages for wage theft.

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Pay transparency

Yes — all employers must post salary ranges in job postings. Equal Pay and Opportunities Act.

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Severance rights

Severance is never legally required — it's negotiable. Workers 40+ get 21 days to review under federal OWBPA plus 7 days to revoke after signing.

Medical billing rights

Washington Healthcare Protections

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State protections

WA Balance Billing Protection Act caps out-of-network bills at in-network cost-sharing. Itemized bills on request.

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Surprise billing (federal)

The No Surprises Act caps out-of-network emergency bills at in-network rates. You cannot be balance-billed for emergency care or care at in-network facilities without prior consent.

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Dispute window

Typically 30-120 days from Explanation of Benefits to dispute. Request itemization, check for duplicate CPT codes, and dispute services never received.

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Financial assistance

Nonprofit hospitals must offer charity care. Always ask for financial assistance before paying. Many patients qualify who never apply.

Common questions

Washington Rights FAQ

How do I dispute a security deposit in Washington?+

Under RCW 59.18.280, your landlord must return your deposit within 21 days after move-out. If they miss this deadline or make improper deductions, send a certified demand letter citing the statute. Main AI generates this letter automatically.

Is my non-compete enforceable in Washington?+

Non-competes void for workers earning under $116,593/yr (2024). Must be disclosed before hire and at least 10 days in advance. Employer must pay lost wages if worker must quit due to non-compete. Review your specific agreement with Main AI to get an enforceability score and identify which clauses are vulnerable.

My medical bill seems wrong. What are my rights in Washington?+

WA Balance Billing Protection Act caps out-of-network bills at in-network cost-sharing. Itemized bills on request. Request an itemized bill in writing, dispute any errors within 30 days, and use the No Surprises Act for unexpected out-of-network charges.

What wage theft protections exist in Washington?+

Minimum wage $16.28/hr (2024). WA workers can sue for 3x unpaid wages for wage theft. If you're owed unpaid wages, file with your state labor department or pursue a federal FLSA claim. Main AI drafts your complaint automatically.

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