Jacqueline is a new attorney at Do Wee, Cheatem & Howe, a law firm in Seattle, WA. Jill is the managing partner of Do Wee, Cheatem & Howe. Jill tells Jacqueline that retention and promotion depends on whether she is seen as a "team player" who is "loyal" and "subordinate."Jill regularly criticizes Jacqueline for failing to "act like a lady". Jacqueline self-identifies as a lesbian, and believes that Jill's criticisms are aimed at her sexual identity.After four months, Jill terminates Jacqueline after she criticizes her for "being too aggressive" and her lack of "feminine decorum".Jacqueline sues both Jill and Do Wee Cheatem & Howe. In her lawsuit, Jacqueline claims sexual identity discrimination in violation of RCW 49.60.30.

(1) Does Jacquelinehave a valid claim pursuant to RCW 49.60.030 (https://apps.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=49.60.030

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(2) As part of your answer, discuss the arguments each party can make.

(3) If Jacqueline is successful in her lawsuit, identify the types/kinds of damages the court may award.