Washington labor laws cover various employment situations including areas like hiring and discrimination, pay, leave, breaks, workplace safety and much more. Washington is an at-will employment state.This state-specific guide covers labor and employment case law, statutes, rules, and regulations that HR professionals and clients often encounter Employers are required to pay employees at least once per month on a regular, scheduled payday. Example: Greg gets fired because his employer thinks he filed a complaint about health and safety. In order to maintain compliance with Washington State Overtime Laws, workers must receive overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Are you an employer in Washington? Read this guide to find out how to hire employees as a business owner in Washington. Have your new employee fill out an I-9 form on his or her first day on the job. Very small employers are exempt from certain state and federal employment anti-discrimination laws.