As of January 1, 2025, Washington’s minimum wage will rise to $16.66 per hour, a 2.35% increase from 2024. This change affects not only hourly employees but also exempt workers, younger employees, and even rideshare drivers. Here’s what employers need to know to stay...
On a scorching summer day in San Antonio, Texas, 24-year-old Gabriel Infante was battling more than just the heat. It was the fifth day of his new job installing fiber optic cables, and the heat index had soared over 100 degrees. By late afternoon, Gabriel was dazed...
Q3 is the perfect time to review your Company’s human resources practices, do a health check of your employees’ engagement and begin planning for compliance changes effective January 2025. This checklist is meant to guide you through the essential steps to ensure your...
A Fresh Start for Businesses Spring is not only a time for cleaning our homes but also an excellent opportunity to review and refresh your company’s human resource files. Managing HR documents can be daunting, especially for businesses without a dedicated HR...
New WA State Drug Testing Law In an ever-evolving legislative environment, Washington State’s new drug testing law (ESB 5123), effective January 1, 2024, brings significant changes to pre-employment drug screening practices, particularly regarding THC....