Oregon’s New Paid Medical and Family Leave Act

Beginning January 1, 2023, Oregon employers will have to provide up to 12 weeks of paid leave to certain eligible employees. Under the recently passed House Bill 2005, which was the catalyst that created Oregon’s new Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) Equity Act, workers who have earned at least $1,000 in wages in a base year will receive up to 12 weeks of paid time off to welcome a child to their family.

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Updates to Washington’s Workers Compensation Laws August 2019

As school is back in session and the leaves begin to change there are also some important changes to Washington’s workers compensation laws that employers should be aware of. Here is a summary of three recent changes that may affect the way your company approaches a workers’ compensation matter.

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LNI New Rules 2019

LNI’s new rules go into effect on July 1, 2019.  Please contact our office if you have questions or need assistance with these new changes.  In advance of these change please read our highlights of the new rules.

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WAC Changes Effective July 1, 2019

Issued by the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries 12/20/2018 Thirteen Washington Administrative Codes (WACs) related to Self-Insurance are changing effective July 1, 2019.  Some of the changes are significant, while others align the WAC with current practices or…

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Temporary Changes to Workers’ Compensation Rules

Determining the Worker’s Average Weekly Wages for Workers With Irregular Wages Oregon Workers’ Compensation Association www.OregonWCA.com The Workers’ Compensation Division has adopted temporary changes to OAR 436-060-0005 and 0025, to be effective February 21, 2018 through August 19, 2018. Summary of…

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