The Office of Labor Standards (OLS) in Seattle has reached a settlement with Rivas Painting Inc. (also known as Rivas Painting) over claims of noncompliance with the city’s Paid Sick and Safe Time (PSST) Ordinance. The settlement requires the company to pay $112,734.05 to 43 affected workers and $8,288.59 to the City of Seattle, according to the City of Seattle’s official news site.
Rivas Painting allegedly failed to inform employees of their PSST rights, track PSST accrual properly, and allow employees to use their accrued time. Under the settlement, the company agreed to provide back accrual of PSST to current employees, send PSST balance notifications with each pay period, and implement a compliant PSST policy.
OLS highlighted the importance of employers complying with city labor standards. The agency noted that when employees report workplace violations, investigators can use the information to conduct reviews and, in many cases, negotiate settlements that ensure workers receive the pay they are entitled to under the law.
Workers can contact OLS with questions or complaints at 206-256-5297 or [email protected], or by submitting an online form. OLS states that immigration status will not be questioned. Employers can request compliance assistance or training by calling 206-256-5297, emailing [email protected], or submitting an online inquiry form. A Spanish-language version of this information is also available through a provided link.
