Corporate Practice of Medicine in Washington
Luke Campbell's chapter in the Washington Health Law Manual provides a valuable resource to those looking to understand the application of the corporate practice of medicine.
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Scheduled Decrease in Federal Estate and Gift Tax Exemption
The federal estate and gift tax exemption is scheduled to decrease from the current amount of $13.99 million per person to approximately $7 million per person. Without action by Congress, this change will take effect on January 1, 2026. Background…
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Case Update on KCHA v. Knight – A Big Win for Landlords in Washington
On February 20, 2025, the Supreme Court of Washington issued its opinion in The Housing Authority of the County of King v. Andre Knight. The Court unanimously held that the plain language of § 9058(c) demonstrated Congress’s intent to limit…
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Washington Water Law – The Basics
As our population continues to grow, water, one of our most vital and finite natural resources, will inevitably become more and more valuable. Complicating matters, water law is state specific, often resulting in widely varying standards affecting water sources that…
Read MoreCase Update on KCHA v. Knight – Where Does this Case Currently Stand?
Please see the latest update on this case here: Case Update on KCHA v. Knight – A Big Win for Landlords in Washington During the COVID-19 pandemic, Congress enacted the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (“CARES Act”). Section…
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Federal Court Strikes Down Rule Raising Salary Threshold for White Collar Workers
On November 15, 2024, a federal district court in Texas invalidated a U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) rule increasing the salary threshold for “white-collar” overtime exemptions.1 The court’s order invalidates the rule nationwide effective immediately. This decision offers relief to employers…
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Snapshot of 2025 Washington Wage and Salary Threshold Changes
Employers should review and adjust payroll systems to ensure compliance with the new state and local minimum wage and salary thresholds. Minimum Wage Washington’s Minimum Wage Starting January 1, 2025, the minimum wage in Washington State is increasing to $16.66…
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Affordable Care Act § 1557 Imposes New Obligations on Covered Entities
The Office of Civil Rights (OCR) issued a final rule (the “Rule”) based on the powers in Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act. The Final Rule imposes several obligations on covered entities to facilitate the nondiscrimination section of the…
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The “Notice of Arrest” – an Often-Forgotten Tool for Landlords Dealing with Criminal Behavior in Washington
Landlords and property owners are no strangers to common tenancy issues such as disputes over unpaid rent and following lease terms. An issue that is less common, but very serious, is what to do when a tenant has been arrested…
Read MoreWhen Should You Update Your Estate Plan?
Many people believe that once they have completed an estate plan, they can check this important item off their to-do list for good. However, while strong estate plans are set up to be as flexible as possible, it is worth…
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