Amy Weston, Carney’s privacy lawyer who advises startups and has some healthcare clients, told Marketing Brew that none of her clients have asked about My Act, My Data. “A company who’s already thinking about privacy by design probably has all of this built into their website already,” she said. “So it’s a tweak or two. It’s a headache, but it’s a manageable headache . . .
Washington State is on track to pass a far-reaching new piece of legislation in the upcoming weeks. The “My Health My Data” Act (House Bill 1155), if signed into law, will take effect starting on March 31, 2024. The title of the law implies that it will only apply to health care related industries, when in fact the law . . .
On March 22, 2023, the employees of Carney Badley Spellman (#carneybadley) participated in an event discussing the increasing homeless crisis in King County and the ways organizations, like ours, can help those in need. The group then assembled 200 care kits for those experiencing homelessness . . .
A new case recently decided by the National Labor Relations Board held that “an employer violates Section 8(a)(1) of the [National Labor Relations] Act when it proffers a severance agreement with provisions that would restrict employees’ exercise of their NLRA rights.” . . .
In 2021, the Washington State legislature enacted a new tax on the sale of long-term capital assets. In March 2022, the Douglas County Superior Court ruled the new tax is invalid because it violates the state constitution. That decision has been appealed to the Washington State Supreme Court . . .
Carney Badley Spellman, PS has been named one of Washington state’s Best Companies to Work For in 2021 . . . “This law firm [Carney Badley Spellman] doesn’t regard itself as “stuffy.” It pays for and organizes both staff-only and family events, including attending sporting events, picnics in the park or doughnut days. It offers indoor golf . . .
Josh Brittingham represents and counsels management clients in connection with all types of labor and employment matters arising under federal and state law. He helps private and public employers reduce their legal exposure by implementing effective personnel policies and practices. He also represents high-level executives . . .
Randy Johnson joined Carney in November 2015. Mr. Johnson has experience litigating a variety of issues involving real estate development, commercial lease disputes, construction disputes, claims of unfair business practices, and personal injury. He has successfully argued on behalf of Carney clients in Washington State courts, . . .
Mr. Sempel focuses his practice on guiding clients through high-stakes business and construction disputes. He represents clients at arbitration proceedings, in state and federal courts, and on appeal. He often litigates breach of contract and other business-related claims, including claims involving unfair trade practices, trade secrets, . . .
We are excited to announce that Carney Badley Spellman has been named one of 2022’s “Best Law Firms” by Best Lawyers® and U.S. News & World Report. In addition to this honor, several of its practice groups were recognized nationally and regionally.
