By Josh Brittingham Summary What is happening with non-compete agreements? On March 23, 2026, Washington’s governor signed Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1155, amending RCW 49.62.005 through RCW 49.62.080. Effective June 30,
By Josh Brittingham Wage and hour compliance is one of the most significant legal risks facing contractors. Every shift, break, drive between job sites, and paycheck must align not only
SEATTLE, Wash. – Carney Badley Spellman, PS has elected Joshua Brittingham as a Shareholder, effective January 1, 2026. Brittingham serves as Chair of the firm’s Labor and Employment Group, where
By Josh Brittingham This article was developed in partnership with the Center for Advanced Manufacturing Puget Sound (CAMPS). Wage and hour compliance is one of the most complex challenges for manufacturers. Every shift,
June 24, 2025 Recently, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a rare unanimous decision in Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services. This ruling effectively leveled the standard for employees to
Updated October 29, 2025 By Josh Brittingham FAQ What is the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) noncompete ban? The rule bans “noncompete” provisions, which are defined as either oral or written