Minimum Wage in King County, Washington
North Bend, WA Minimum Wage and Wage Claims
What Is the Minimum Wage in North Bend, WA?
You are entitled to the highest minimum wage that applies where you work, whether set by your city, county, or state government. (Most cities and counties don’t have their own minimum wage laws.)
King County Minimum Wage
The minimum wage in King County is $16.28 an hour, the state minimum wage. However, cities and counties in Washington are free to adopt their own higher minimum wage, and dozens of cities and counties across the country have done so. To find out whether King County has passed its own minimum wage law since we last updated, visit https://kingcounty.gov/.
Washington Minimum Wage
The minimum wage in Washington is $16.28 an hour. Because this is higher than the federal minimum wage of $7.25, employees in The Evergreen State must be paid at least $16.28 an hour. A couple of local governments in Washington have passed ordinances establishing a higher minimum wage.
Learn more about Washington’s minimum wage at https://lni.wa.gov/workers-rights/wages/minimum-wage/.
What Is the Tipped Minimum Wage in North Bend, WA?
Some states and local governments allow employers to pay tipped employees a lower minimum hourly wage; others don't.
Washington Tipped Minimum Wage
The tipped minimum wage in Washington is the same as the regular minimum wage: $16.28 an hour. Tips don't count against an employer's obligation to pay the minimum wage.
Who Enforces North Bend, WA Minimum Wage Laws?
Washington Enforcement Agency
If you have questions about Washington's minimum wage, contact the
Washington State Department of Labor & Industries
URL: https://www.lni.wa.gov/
Phone: 866-219-7321
Find the nearest office of the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries at https://lni.wa.gov/agency/contact/#office-locations.
Email: ESGeneral@Lni.wa.gov
How to File a Wage Claim in North Bend, WA
If you were not paid the minimum wage in North Bend, WA, you may have the right to file a wage claim or complaint with a government agency. Be sure to look at the wage claim materials (below) for the agency that enforces the law you believe was violated, whether city, county, or state.
All jurisdictions impose a time limit on how far back you may claim unpaid wages, so it's important to file your claim quickly. There may be other restrictions on the claims you may file, such as dollar-amount limits or limits on the agency’s ability to force employers to comply with the law. You may be required to ask your employer to pay you correctly before you file a claim. And, you almost always have the option to go straight to court and file a lawsuit instead of filing a wage claim with a government agency. For these reasons, it often makes sense to talk to an experienced wage and hour lawyer to make sure you know all of your options, understand the strength of your claims, and decide how to proceed.
Filing a Wage Claim with the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries
The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries has posted information and a form to file a wage claim at its website.
Get Help With North Bend, WA Wage Claims and Lawsuits
If you are considering filing a wage claim or lawsuit, you may want to speak to a local wage and hour attorney. The resources below can help you find a lawyer near you.
North Bend, WA Free or Low-Cost Legal Assistance
Legal aid offices provide free legal assistance to low-income people. Typically, you must qualify for legal aid based on your income. Visit WashingtonLawHelp to find local resources and legal aid offices.
Some law schools have free legal clinics that provide assistance with specific problems, including wage and hour issues and other employment matters. Find a list of law schools offering legal clinics on a variety of issues at the American Bar Association Center for Pro Bono.
North Bend, WA Lawyer Directories
Lawyer Referral Services in Washington. Check with the Washington State Bar Association for information on lawyer referral services in North Bend, WA. Lawyer referral services match people with attorneys who specialize in particular legal fields, such as wage and hour law.
NELA’s “Find-A-Lawyer” Service. Search the National Employment Lawyer’s Association’s membership to find North Bend, WA lawyers who specialize in wage and hour claims and other employment issues.