Other Leaves: Washington

Federal law and guidance on this subject should be reviewed together with this section.

Author: Ina R. Silvergleid

Summary

This guide provides an in-depth review of Washington leave requirements. Washington requires covered employers to provide paid family and medical leave, family military leave, kin care leave, pregnancy disability leave, pregnancy leave and accommodation, adoption leave if the employer provides leave for the birth of a child, paid sick leave, workers' compensation leave, domestic violence leave, jury duty leave, military leave and emergency responder leave. Employers that choose to provide vacation leave must follow certain state law requirements. In addition, employers should be aware of garden leave requirements related to noncompete agreements.