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2025 Acura MDX Auto Start/Stop Problems: What Owners Need to Know

Drivers and owners of 2025 Acura MDX vehicles are beginning to report troubling issues involving the vehicle’s auto start/stop feature. According to consumer complaints, some...

Edelman Financial Engines Data Breach

On or around January 7, 2026, Edelman Financial Engines (EFE) experienced a cybersecurity incident involving unauthorized access to certain personal information. Upon discovering the incident,

Pecan Tree Dental Data Breach

On or around January 11, 2026, Pecan Tree Dental, PLLC (“Pecan Tree Dental”) experienced a cybersecurity incident. Following the incident, public notices and legal‑investigation summaries

Visiting Nurse Association of Texas Data Breach

On or around July 17, 2025, Visiting Nurse Association of Texas (“VNA”) identified suspicious activity within its network environment. Upon discovery of the incident, VNA

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How to Fight a Low Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) Rating in Washington State

If you’ve been injured on the job in Washington state, your Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) rating plays a critical role in determining the compensation you...

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Don’t Let L&I Close Your Claim Too Soon

If you’ve been injured on the job in Washington state, you’re likely dealing with the Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) to manage your workers’...

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Are You Being Pressured to Return to Work Too Soon? Here’s How to Protect Your Health

Recovering from a workplace injury is challenging enough without the added stress of being pushed back to work before you’re ready. Unfortunately, many Washington workers...

Edelman Financial Engines Data Breach

On or around January 7, 2026, Edelman Financial Engines (EFE) experienced a cybersecurity incident involving unauthorized access to certain personal information. Upon discovering the incident,...

Pecan Tree Dental Data Breach

On or around January 11, 2026, Pecan Tree Dental, PLLC (“Pecan Tree Dental”) experienced a cybersecurity incident. Following the incident, public notices and legal‑investigation summaries...

Visiting Nurse Association of Texas Data Breach

On or around July 17, 2025, Visiting Nurse Association of Texas (“VNA”) identified suspicious activity within its network environment. Upon discovery of the incident, VNA...

10 Most Common Workplace Injuries

The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries accepts around 90,000 workers’ compensation claims a year. While you should always report an industrial injury to...

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Lowering The Risk Of Workplace Musculoskeletal Disorders

This year, state Senator Manka Dhingra, a Democrat representing Redmond, introduced Senate Bill 5217. This bill would repeal a current prohibition that prevents Labor and...

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Can You Sue Your Employer For Injury?

Can You Sue Your Employer In Washington State? It’s hard to know what your options are when you have a work-related injury. Although you can’t...

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Are You Entitled to Pay Transparency? Understanding Your Rights Under EPOA

Pay transparency is more than a buzzword; it’s a legal right in Washington state. Thanks to the Equal Pay and Opportunities Act (EPOA), employees and...

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Retaliated Against for Filing an L&I Claim? Here’s What You Need to Know

Filing a workers’ compensation claim through Washington State’s Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) should never jeopardize your job. Unfortunately, retaliation is a harsh reality...

Washington’s Minimum Wage in 2026

Washington state continues to lead the nation in worker protections and wage standards. Starting January 1, 2026, the state’s minimum wage officially increases to $17.13...