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Washington L&I proposes workers’ comp rate increase

Original: L&I proposes workers’ comp rate increase

Washington state’s Department of Labor & Industries has proposed an increase in workers’ compensation insurance rates for employers. The proposal, reported in the Tri-Cities business press, would raise premiums that businesses pay to fund the state-fund workers’ comp system. Employers and business groups typically weigh in during the public comment period, arguing over costs versus benefit adequacy.

Why now: The proposed premium increase affects business costs across Washington, drawing attention from employers ahead of a public comment period.

Washington State Department of Labor & IndustriesWashington stateTri-Cities

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