Department of Labor & Industries v. Metro Hauling Inc.

Thomas, J. *

This appeal arises out of efforts by the Department of Labor and Industries, appellant herein, to collect industrial insurance premiums from two private trucking carriers, Metro Hauling and Inco Express.

In 1982, appellant completed an audit of respondent Metro. The audit disclosed that Metro had exceeded the amount it could legally deduct from employee paychecks to satisfy its medical and pension premium obligations. Appellant then issued an "Order and Notice" to Metro pursuant to former RCW 51.52.050. The order and notice stated:

Whereas, RCW 51.16.140 and RCW 51.32.073 provide…