New report affirms retail’s dominance in private sector
A recent report by the National Retail Federation (NRF) highlights the growth and resilience of the retail industry. With over 55 million […]
Claire’s and Walgreens forge partnership: Expanding fashion accessory reach
Claire’s, the fashion accessories retailer, is expanding its presence through a partnership with Walgreens. This collaboration will see Claire’s products, including jewelry, […]
Home Depot CEO addresses community commitment in spite of challenges
Home Depot Inc.’s CEO Ted Decker emphasizes the company’s commitment to major US cities amidst a surge in retail theft. The retailer has […]
Washington State’s workers’ comp costs soar
Nestled in the Pacific Northwest, Washington State faces a stark reality: it holds the dubious honor of having the highest workers’ compensation […]
Three out of five industries considered for ergonomic rulemaking are linked to retail
The passage of ESSB 5217 in 2023 the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) to adopt rules for one industry or risk […]
Unlocking your share: Visa and Mastercard settlement information session
Join an information session on the Visa and Mastercard Payment Card Interchange Settlement, led by Alexandra “Xan” Bernay, an official class counsel […]
Washington State launches Battery Stewardship Program for enhanced recycling
Washington State is poised to implement a Battery Stewardship Program starting January 1, 2027, mandating producers to participate in approved recycling plans […]
Plastic producer registration and reports due April 1
The Washington State recycled content regulations mandate that producers of covered products must register and report annually by April 1st using the […]
2024 legislative session wrap-up
March 7 marked the official conclusion of the 2024 Legislative Session. Here’s the breakdown of the significant measures that either passed or […]
Today marks the end of the 2024 legislative session
Thursday, March 7, marks the official conclusion of the 2024 Supplemental 60-day Session under Washington State’s Constitution. As commonly heard on the […]
Washington Legislature passes AI Task Force Bill with retail representation
The Legislature has approved Attorney General Bob Ferguson’s proposal to establish an Artificial Intelligence Task Force, aiming to gather experts and stakeholders […]
Washington’s pharmacy landscape sees closures amid industry shifts
In 2023, Washington state experienced a notable surge in pharmacy closures, with a significant number of shutdowns, particularly in the Seattle area. […]