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ALERT: Surge in unemployment claim fraud amidst COVID-19 crisis

UPDATE: Immediately following the posting of this blog post, the Seattle Times published this breaking news update: Washington to pause unemployment payments after finding $1.6 million in suspected fraudulent claims Washington state officials say...

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Starting May 18, King County residents directed to wear face coverings in most public spaces

King County Residents are directed to wear a face covering when in any outdoor or public space where they may be within six feet of someone with whom...

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CDC's Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers to Plan and Respond to COVID-19

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released interim guidance that may help prevent workplace exposure to COVID-19 and maintain...

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Planning for the New Normal - Washington State Business Checklist

Employers are encouraged to develop a Safe Work Plan in order to resume operations as public health prerequisites are met. As part of “Safe Start...

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Proud to Underwrite KEXP

PayNorthwest CEO Mike Anderson in the KEXP Live Room Viewing Gallery PayNorthwest is delighted to partner with KEXP 90.3 FM and underwrite their...

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Washington Governor Jay Inslee Creates Protection for High-Risk Employees During COVID-19

Washington Governor Jay Inslee Creates Protection for High-Risk Employees During COVID-19 Read the full proclamation here Back to Covid-19 Resources

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Washington State Labor & Industries COVID-19 Resources

The COVID-19 crisis is rapidly changing how businesses are able to operate. We recommend consulting Washington State’s Department of Labor and...

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Washington State Employment Security Department Resources

Washington State’s Employment Security Department (ESD) rolled out emergency rules that ease the burden of temporary layoffs for workers and...

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Sick and Emergency Leave Tax Credits

What it is: Credits to be applied to offset the employer’s payroll tax in the amount equal to the amount paid for Families First Coronavirus Response...

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