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Washington Domestic Violence Leave

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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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Employee File Access in Washington

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Employee File Access in Washington State

Employers in Washington State handle and store a lot of sensitive and important information regarding their workforce. It's important that employers...

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Washington State Expands Paid Sick Leave Law

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Washington State Expands Paid Sick Leave Law

What You Need to Know About House Bill 1875 and Its Impact on Paid Sick Leave As a business owner, HR professional, or payroll manager, you're...

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Washington state sexual harassment training requirements

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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...

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Who Is Exempt from Overtime in 2025?

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Who Is Exempt from Overtime in 2025?

While many states may have their own rules regarding overtime-exempt salary thresholds, every employer should be aware of the rules under the Fair...

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Overtime Requirements

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New DOL Overtime Regulations Checklist

Understanding the requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the overtime rules that it includes is one of the first steps toward proper...

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PayNews: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Takes Effect

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PayNews: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Takes Effect

A new personal data and privacy law, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), goes into effect this week, affecting all organizations who offer...

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