Washington employers who receive a federal I-9 inspection notice face two simultaneous clocks: a three-business-day deadline to produce Form I-9 records and a separate, often shorter window to notify affected workers in writing. Missing either obligation creates independent legal exposure. Federal civil penalties for substantive violations can reach nearly $2,800 per form under 2026 guidelines, but employers who catch and correctly document errors before submission often reduce those penalties significantly. Washington State worker protection laws add another layer, giving employees independent complaint rights if they are not properly informed during an audit. The smartest move after receiving a Notice of Inspection is to contact an attorney the same day, before pulling files or speaking with agents, because the steps taken in the first 24 hours shape everything that follows.
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Bryn was detailed and thorough in reviewing agreements. Bryn was responsive and communicated well the major points I need to be aware of before signing an agreement. Bryn was personable and was knowledgeable in his area of study.
William C.
Bryn has been a big asset to me as he is always thorough and has impeccable integrity. Bryn’s knowledge and skills have made it easy to accomplish projects on time and on budget. He always has a great attitude and is a pleasure to work with.
Ray C.
Bryn is an extremely attentive business-focused attorney driven to “get the deal done”. Always willing to share experiences, advice and observations from a legal perspective, Bryn makes extraordinary efforts to understand the business side of issues and the potential opportunities therein.
Woody J.
Bryn’s work is exemplary. Well thought through, thorough, and balanced. Bryn is very good as weighing the risks involved against the issue being reviewed. He’s an excellent advisor because he gives you the good, the bad and the ugly of each issue and helps you figure out the best route to take.
Ned R.
Over a number of years, I worked directly with Bryn in his capacity as corporate counsel for Growers Express (Green Giant Fresh). Bryn oversaw legal matters for a number of diverse agribusinesses including a large captive insurance company. Bryn is detail oriented and very proactive when it comes to assuring the business interests he represents avoid unnecessary liability and exposure. He was a valued member of the team and worked well in a fast paced, complex environment. I highly recommend Bryn Peterson as a competent and reliable corporate counsel.
Tom R.
I had the pleasure of working with Bryn when he was our inside counsel. Our interactions were centered around supplier contracts and the occasional issue where I needed guidance. Bryn was always helpful, thoughtful and thorough in his responses. Very good to work with.
Scot R.