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When PTO Isn't Just a Benefit, It's a Wage
Picture this: an employee gives notice, walks out the door with 40 hours of unused PTO on the books, and asks about their final check. Is that time...
Labor Law
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Washington Paid Leave: What Businesses Need to Know
Employees in Washington have access to paid family leave under the Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave Act (WA PFMLA). As such, employers must...
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Non-Compete Agreements in Washington State
Employers in Washington State need to ensure that their onboarding processes are in compliance with Washington State Non-Compete Laws. Generally,...
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Mid-Year Minimum Wage Increases: What Employers Need to Know for July 1, 2026
Most minimum wage increases take effect on January 1, but several jurisdictions follow a different schedule. On July 1, 2026, employers in Alaska,...
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Washington Pay Transparency Law in 2026
Employers need to maintain compliance with Washington's pay transparency law, which first went into effect January 1st, 2023. Here is what businesses...
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Washington State Payroll Laws: What Companies Should Know
Processing payroll in Washington State has many components. Before starting to pay employees in the state, you must consider several areas of...
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Washington Domestic Violence Leave: Updates for 2026
Employees in Washington State who are victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking are entitled to time off from work as well as certain...
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Simplifying Union Payroll Management With HCM Systems
Processing payroll for unionized employees isn’t just about paying people on time. It involves meeting the terms of a collective bargaining agreement...
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Hours Worked in Washington State: What Time is Compensated?
In order to properly compensate employees and process payroll accurately and fairly, employers need to understand what time is considered "hours...
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Preventing Sexual Harassment in Washington State
Washington State businesses have the responsibility to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. Businesses must follow certain rules and...