Discrimination occurs whenever someone is treated differently or denied equal treatment or access because of their membership in a Protected Class. A charge of discrimination is a signed statement asserting that an employer, union or labor organization engaged in employment discrimination.Under Washington State law, the definition is broader. If you have a disability, the employer has to make reasonable accommodations for you to work for them. A charge of discrimination can be completed through our online system after you submit an online inquiry and we interview you. This page serves as a resource guide of federal, state and local agencies with whom you may file a human rights complaint. Anyone can file a complaint that alleges discrimination in a Washington public school based on a protected class. Laws that protect workers from discrimination in the workplace, including who is protected and how to file discrimination complaints. For example, it is illegal to discriminate against an employee because the employee's husband has a disability. You can file a complaint with the Washington State Human Rights Commission (WSHRC).