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Kellis Borek: Jun 11, 2025 4:11:15 PM
Employers in Washington State will soon need to follow clearer and stricter rules when employees or former employees request access to their personnel records. Governor Ferguson signed amendments to Washington employment laws, RCW 49.12.240 and RCW...
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Kellis Borek: May 27, 2025 10:34:28 AM
Effective July 27, 2025, Washington State will implement a new Mini-WARN Act that adds to the federal WARN Act’s requirements. Employers with 50 or...
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Erin Jacobson JD: May 20, 2025 8:56:55 AM
Federal immigration enforcement is ramping up—and Oregon employers are on the hook for more than just federal compliance. A little-known state law...
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Erin Jacobson JD: May 7, 2025 10:11:06 AM
What Triggers a Workplace Investigation? Employers have a legal and ethical duty to conduct a workplace investigation whenever they receive a...
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Joseph Marth PhD: Apr 11, 2025 11:28:36 AM
Keeping employees engaged is not a “nice to have”—it’s essential to business success. Employees who are engaged at work prove to be more productive,...
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Liza Romero: Apr 9, 2025 9:27:06 AM
Hiring Employees? Here’s What You Need to Know About Compliance Bringing on your first employees is an exciting milestone for any small business, but...
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Krisann Hatch: Mar 6, 2025 9:02:33 AM
In today’s fast-paced business environment, small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) and non-profits face increasing challenges in managing HR...
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Caroline Smith: Dec 27, 2024 3:01:49 PM
Accessibility: A Strategic Imperative Accessibility is more than compliance—it’s a strategic initiative that fosters innovation, boosts productivity,...
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Christine Assaf: Sep 25, 2024 8:23:43 AM
Being the sole HR professional in any organization is unique and challenging. An “HR Department of One” is responsible for the full spectrum of HR...
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Tess Griswold, M.Ed.: Sep 16, 2024 2:51:46 PM
Workplace harassment is a key issue that impacts employee safety and well-being, as well as the organization’s reputation and future success. Taking...
