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19Aug 2021

Author Joe Hamell

Warranty Work Does Not Extend Time to Lien

  • Aug 19, 2021
  • Joe Hamell
  • Construction Law, Dispute Resolution
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Timing is critical when dealing with construction liens because a notice of claim of lien must be filed within 90 days after the "person has ceased to furnish labor." Correctly identifying that last day of work is critical. In the…

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17Apr 2015

Author Joe Hamell

Seattle Minimum Wage and Employers Outside Seattle

  • Apr 17, 2015
  • Joe Hamell
  • Employment Law, Labor Law, Municipal Law
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The phase in of the city of Seattle’s minimum wage ordinance began on April 1, 2015. Be aware that the ordinance states that it applies both to employers who are located in Seattle and to employers who have employees who…

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5Feb 2013

Author Joe Hamell

Proposed Changes to WA Independent Contractor Law

  • Feb 5, 2013
  • Joe Hamell
  • Business Law, Employment Law, Labor Law
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In my blog post dated January 24, 2013, "Contractors Vs. Employees: A Matter of Context", I pointed out there are different definitions of an independent contractor in multiple Washington statutes. A new bill has been submitted in the Washington State…

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24Jan 2013

Author Joe Hamell

Contractors vs. Employees: A Matter of Context

  • Jan 24, 2013
  • Joe Hamell
  • Employment Law
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Is the person working for you an independent contractor or an employee? You need to recognize the term "independent contractor" has a different definition in different contexts. Your independent contractor may be an employee depending on whether the question is…

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