Tag: Service Agreement
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Washington Employers Get New I-9 Inspection Notice Duties
Washington enacted a new Immigrant Worker Protection Act this year, and its employer-facing duties are scheduled to take effect on October 1, 2026. The law was passed as 2SHB 2105 (Chapter 240, Laws of 2026), a bill requested by the Attorney General. What makes it worth flagging now is that it applies to essentially every…
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Regulatory Shift: DOL Proposes New Standards for Independent Contractor Classification
On February 26, 2026, the Department of Labor (DOL) introduced a Proposed Rule aimed at redefining the boundaries between employees and independent contractors. This update marks a pivot away from current standards, moving toward a framework that mirrors the 2021 “employer-friendly” guidelines. Notably, the DOL intends to apply this classification logic not just to the…
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Ninth Circuit Upholds Religious Hiring Preferences
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals recently bolstered the legal standing of religious employers in Union Gospel Mission of Yakima v. Brown. Interpreting the Washington Law Against Discrimination (WLAD), the court upheld a preliminary injunction that prevents the state from penalizing the Mission for its faith-based hiring preferences. This decision continues a broader judicial trend…
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Protect Yourself & Your Business With a Service Agreement
Protect Your Business: Why Service Agreements Are Non-Negotiable Business owners, from skilled tradespersons fixing leaky pipes or installing roofs to a sharp consultant guiding strategic decisions, face inherent risks. While your expertise is invaluable, without a solid service agreement, you’re leaving yourself vulnerable to misunderstandings, financial losses, and even legal battles. Think of a service…