Seattle employers are prohibited from basing hiring decisions on background checks except when such information will have a negative impact on the employee or applicant’s fitness to perform the job, or will cause harm or injury to the employer or employer’s clients. Employers are required to notify applicants or employees of any adverse employment decisions based on their criminal background record.
On January 1, 2023, the Seattle City Council established a minimum wage of $15.75 per hour for employers with 500 or less employees. The minimum wage for employers with 501 or more employees is $18.69 per hour. There are some exemptions to these requirements. Contact us if you need further information in this regard.
