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Unless you’re paying close attention, you won’t hear about small changes that create larger risks. These risks could include a shifting interpretation of workplace harassment rules,…
By Alicia Wimmer ·
Effective June 11, 2026, Washington’s Wage Recovery Act House Bill (HB) 2479 significantly increases the consequences for wage and hour violations and gives the Department of…
By Alicia Wimmer ·
As summer hiring ramps up across Washington, many businesses are bringing on minors to support seasonal demand. This year, those hiring decisions come with an important…
By Alicia Wimmer ·
What the Rise in Claims Means for Your Business Wage and hour class actions are increasing across Washington, and employers are feeling the impact. Many of…
By Alicia Wimmer ·
What unknowns keep you up at night? For most business leaders, it is not just one issue. It is the combination of moving parts that all…
By Michelle Bomberger ·
Washington is making a meaningful change to its tax landscape. With the passage of SB 6346, the state has adopted a new tax aimed at high…
By Alicia Wimmer ·
Washington State has taken a clear position on noncompete agreements. In March 2026, the legislature enacted a law that will prohibit nearly all noncompete agreements between…
By Alicia Wimmer ·
On May 20, 2025, Washington enacted Senate Bill 5217 (SB 5217), a sweeping update to the state’s workplace accommodation laws for pregnancy related needs. The purpose of…
By Michelle Bomberger ·
Washington’s Fair Chance Act is evolving, and employers must prepare for significant changes that reshape how criminal history is considered in hiring and employment decisions. The…
By Michelle Bomberger ·
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