Washington State Department of Labor and Industries
May 8, 2025
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The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries is the state agency responsible for overseeing workplace safety, workers' compensation, and labor standards in Washington. They provide resources and support to ensure compliance with state regulations and protect the rights of workers across various industries.
Your salary or payroll is the foundation of your compensation — it’s the primary form of payment you receive for your work. But beyond that basic paycheck, there’s another layer known as fringe benefits. These are additional perks that companies can offer, enhancing the value of a job and making the overall work experience more rewarding.
Fringe benefits can have a significant impact on both businesses and employees. For employees, they can mean extra financial support, greater health and well-being, and ways to achieve a better work-life balance.
Some people love to follow the rules–others live to break them. Many founders and business owners fall at least partially into this second category. After all, innovation requires questioning the status quo.
But one area where it’s wisest not to break rules is the law. Employment and tax laws apply to even the earliest stage, most disruptive founders, and not complying comes with penalties and fines. That means when it comes to business compliance, you need to become a certified box-checker.
Understanding the difference between exempt and non-exempt employees is critical to properly running your business and paying your employees fairly. Review with Mosey the basics of exempt and non-exempt employees.
What Is an Exempt Employee? When we talk about exempt employees, we’re referring to employees who aren’t covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). These employees are paid a fixed salary and are exempt from earning overtime pay, among other protections.
Gabrielle Sinacola |Nov 27, 2023
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