This is an exceptionally difficult time for many local businesses and our clients. The rapidly changing landscape makes it difficult to plan precisely. This general guidance can be used as a framework for addressing several employment related questions as of March 25, 2020. We expect both the advice and situation to change so please check […]

Reed Longyear’s own Attorney Michael Longyear has been elected to the Washington Association of Professional Guardians (WAPG) 2021 board of directors. This is a 2 year term, which attorney Longyear will serve 2021-2023. The WAPG is an exclusive organization representing the interests of Certified Professional Guardians (CPGs) in Washington State that meet the standards of […]

The state’s minimum wage will increase to $13.69 per hour starting Jan. 1, 2021. The change is significant this year because it also impacts wages paid to some salaried employees exempt from overtime and other protections under state law. Salaried executive, administrative and professional workers, and computer professionals must earn a salary above a minimum […]

On January 13th, our very own Attorney Michael Longyear will be a member on the panel of the Northwest Family Business Advisors event titled Transitioning A Family Member: Health Assistance and Fiduciary Management. Attorney Longyear will be joined by fellow panelists Kris Kirwan of Fedelta and Adrienne Miller of Forever Care Services, and moderator Pam […]