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Experience Modification Rate–What Employers in Washington Need to Know

In Washington State, the workers’ compensation insurance landscape is unique compared to the rest of the country. Almost all employers with operations in the state must have a workers’ compensation account registered with the Washington Department...

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Get Rewarded with ReClaim

If you don’t currently qualify for the Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) Retrospective Rating program (otherwise knowns as Retro) , you can...

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Maintaining Civil Treatment in the Remote Workplace

Instilling a culture of civility is integral in shaping how internal and external individuals perceive the organization. When there is bad behavior...

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Two Years Later: Approaching Employee Wellness with Equity

According to the CDC, when COVID-19 entered our lives in 2020, employee wellness was already a strong corporate focus, with almost half of all US...

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The OFCCP Launched its Contractor Portal: What Does This Mean?

The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) announced they are activating a Contractor Portal for current and future federal...

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States Continue to Release Reopening Guidelines for Employers

Over the past several days, Washington, Oregon, and Idaho have announced a gradual lifting of ”stay home” orders and reopening of non-essential...

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The Importance of Salary Survey Data

Figuring out appropriate pay for employees can mean the difference between life and death for businesses. Whether it be for long-term or short-term...

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Archbright’s Manufacturing Retro Program: A Nice Piece of the Pie

In 1981 L&I started offering a voluntary Retrospective Rating program, also known as “retro.” Retro programs are safety incentive programs providing...

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Accommodating High-Risk Employees During a Pandemic

Employers are required to reasonably accommodate employees under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws. The ADA...

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Ten Steps for Employers Facing Layoffs, Furloughs, and Workplace Closures

The Coronavirus (COVID-19) has taken a toll on the workforce, with many employers forced to consider furloughs, layoffs, and workplace closures. Few...

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