labor law

Ensuring accurate pay for farmworkers requires more than just cutting a check, it requires a deep understanding of labor laws, field tracking, and compliance with federal and state programs like H-2A and MSPA.  To help owners and managers navigate this sometimes difficult process, WAFLA will hold a Webinar Thursday walking participants through paying farmworkers in the PNW, from field tallies and

As farmers begin to bring in more workers to handle the upcoming season, it’s important to be aware of labor laws so Washington’s Department of Labor and Industries will be holding two days of workshops for ag supervisors and crew bosses.   Hi...

Two dairy workers have filed a class-action lawsuit against DeRuyter Brothers Dairy in Outlook.     The suit says that Jose Martinez-Cuevas and Patricia Aguilar worked 9-12 hour shifts six days a week without paid rest breaks, meal periods or overtime pay.   ...