Washington: Workers’ Compensation measure draws different opinions
Homebuilder Rob Carlisle is carefully managing costs for materials and labor these days to keep his small Seattle company profitable, but he’s frustrated by what he pays for workers’ compensation insurance. “My rate increases have been pretty ridiculous, and we’re a pretty safe company,” Carlisle said. “If it was privatized and private companies were allowed to come in and compete, I feel I could get the same coverage for my employees for less.”