by EHL Insurance | Jun 19, 2018 | Compliance, Human Resources
Domestic Violence Leave Law Expands… A few more rules went into play this month for Washington State employers with regards to the already existing Domestic Violence Leave laws. There are many points to be aware of, old and new, but you can find the complete WAC...
by EHL Insurance | Jun 5, 2018 | Compliance, Human Resources
Washington State’s New “Fair Chance Act” You know that question on almost every job application that asks whether someone has been convicted of a crime? Yeah…about that…If you’re an employer in Washington State, you can’t ask that anymore – at least not until you’ve...
by EHL Insurance | Apr 30, 2018 | Compliance, Human Resources
Equal Pay Law Hits Washington Employers in June! Employers in the Evergreen State are now required to comply with new equal pay rules beginning June 7, 2018. The Equal Pay Opportunity Act (EPOA) was signed into law in March. Its purpose is to eliminate the pay gap...
by EHL Insurance | Jan 19, 2018 | Compliance, Employee Benefits, Human Resources
So what IS the deal with the new Washington State Paid Sick Leave Law? Well, for some Washington employers, the new Paid Sick Leave Law is not much of a “deal” at all. For others, the new requirements won’t have much, if any, impact on them. However, the new burden of...
by Heather Torres | Jan 3, 2018 | Compliance, Employee Benefits
It is hard to believe that we are closing the door on another year already. Once again, we look to see what changes and upcoming events should be at the top of your list of things to think about when it comes to your employee benefits plans. •Individuals are...
by EHL Insurance | Jun 22, 2015 | Compliance, Human Resources, Wellness
Since the good people of Washington state voted to legalize recreational use of Marijuana beginning at the end of 2012, employers in the Evergreen State have been dazed and confused about their rights. Unsure about whether or not they can rightfully prohibit the use...