Washington
The Washington Supreme Court has ruled that any job applicant may bring a lawsuit against an employer that violates the state's pay transparency law, potentially opening employers up to an increase in lawsuits and damages.
Updated to reflect forthcoming developments regarding employment certificates / work permits.
Washington does not have laws related to labor relations regulating employees' rights to organize, bargain collectively and engage in concerted activities in the private sector.
Updated to reflect forthcoming amendments to the meal and rest break requirements for hospital workers.
Updated statement and guidance for clarity and to reflect amendments to the state paid sick leave law that expand qualifying reasons for leave to include preparing for or participating in an immigration proceeding, effective July 27, 2025.
Updated statement and guidance for clarity and to reflect amendments to the state paid sick leave law that expand qualifying reasons for leave to include preparing for or participating in an immigration proceeding, effective July 27, 2025.
Updated statement and guidance for clarity and to reflect amendments to the state paid sick leave law that expand qualifying reasons for leave to include preparing for or participating in an immigration proceeding, effective July 27, 2025.
Updated statement and guidance for clarity and to reflect amendments to the state paid sick leave law that expand qualifying reasons for leave to include preparing for or participating in an immigration proceeding, effective July 27, 2025.