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Class Action Alert: “Conflict of Interest” Policies Are the Newest Trend for Class Action Lawsuits Against Employers in Washington...

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Following a recent Washington Supreme Court decision, plaintiffs’ attorneys in Washington are targeting a new type of class action claim against employers: alleged violations of Washington’s noncompetition statute based on...more

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A New Year Brings New Laws to Pacific Northwest Employers

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It is a new year, which means new employment laws for employers in the Pacific Northwest. The following is a brief overview of significant new laws and changes for employers with Washington and/or Oregon employees....more

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Washington's Minimum Wage Set To Rise in 2025 – Here's What Employers Need To Know

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Washington's minimum wage is set to increase to $16.66 per hour starting January 1, 2025, as announced by the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I). This change reflects a 2.35% increase from 2024 (as we...more

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Washington Increases Minimum Wage and Salary Thresholds for Exemption and Non-Competes

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The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries has announced the state minimum wage for 2025.  In Washington, the state minimum wage is calculated annually (and generally increases) based on inflation.  Effective...more

Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson PLLC

2025 Washington Employment Law Update – Minimum Wage, Exempt Employees, and Noncompete Updates

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Beginning on January 1, 2025, the minimum wage in Washington will go up to $16.66 per hour, up 2.35% from 2024. In addition to the statewide minimum, various cities and counties have a dizzying array of higher minimum wages...more

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2025 Increases in Washington Minimum Wage and Other Employee Expenses

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The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) recently announced increases in the Washington minimum wage, the threshold for overtime exemptions and the minimum required for employee noncompete enforcement....more

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New Year, New Employment Laws in the Pacific Northwest

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It is a new year, which means new employment laws for employers in the Pacific Northwest. The following is a brief overview of significant new laws and changes for Washington and Oregon employers (all effective January 1,...more

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Washington Wage and Hour Developments for Q1 2022

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In Washington, the first quarter of 2022, which included the regular legislative session, has included various updates and adjustments to Washington’s wage and hour and related reporting laws....more

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