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Washington state workers' comp increases, data breaches reach an all-time high, and new laws to pass in January.

Washington State Workers’ Compensation Costs to Increase by 3.8% in January

Washington state’s workers’ compensation costs will rise by 3.8% starting in January, with employers and workers paying about an additional dollar per week per full-time employee. This increase, which affects all industries, will help cover rising costs for wage replacement, disability benefits, and medical treatment, ensuring the financial health and reliability of the workers’ compensation system. Read more.

Data Breaches Surge to Record Levels in Washington State, Attorney General Calls for Policy Changes

The attorney general’s office reported that Washington state saw 11.5 million data breach notices issued from July 2023 to July 2024—the highest ever recorded. The report lays out the largest offenders and proposes policy changes that will enhance consumer protection across the state. Read more.

Employment Law Update: New Laws for 2025

Starting with the new year, Washington will implement two new laws affecting workers, regarding paid sick leave and app-based gig-work. Read more.

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