StokesLaw™ Briefs

Aviva Kamm explains that Governor Inslee extended his earlier Proclamations protecting workers who are considered to be at high-risk for the effects of COVID-19 by the CDC.

Stokes Lawrence attorneys continue to monitor the evolving legal implications of the pandemic.

The U.S. Department of Labor issued a new rule regarding overtime calculations under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Duffy Romnor explains that the new rule clarifies that the fluctuating workweek method of calculating overtime can be used for nonexempt employees who are compensated with fixed salaries and who also receive bonuses, commissions, hazard pay, and other incentive compensation.

King County has been granted permission to move to a modified Phase 1 reopening. Krista Slosburg explains what is permitted under the new status.

On June 11, 2020, a new Washington state law governing payment of bonus incentives and commission plans will go into effect. Rachael Wallace explains what the employer requirements will be under the new provisions.

Amy Alexander explains how the Employment Security Department's draft rules can offset the effect of COVID-19 job losses on unemployment premiums.