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OP-ED: Additional restrictions on noncompetition agreements
As the workforce becomes more mobile and the pool of talented workers in certain industries shrinks, many states are placing new restrictions that make enforcement of noncompetition agreements more difficult. […]
OP-ED: Expanded protections against trade secret theft
Attorney Richard Hunt examines the details of the recently enacted Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA), which creates a new federal civil cause of action for misappropriation of trade secrets.
OP-ED: To sue or not to sue 鈥� a tough decision
The decision of whether to sue an ex-employee who has taken or is using company information requires consideration of a number of factors. Suing and seeking injunctive relief may be […]
OP-ED: Voidable noncompete agreements may be enforceable
An Oregon Court of Appeals decision interpreting state noncompetition law raises more questions than it answers. The opinion in Bernard v. S.B. Inc. is just as important for employers hiring […]
OP-ED: Noncompetition, non-solicitation and confidential agreements
Noncompetition agreements may be declared unenforceable or void depending upon the state law, the scope of the agreement and other factors. Therefore, it is important that a company require its […]
OP-ED: Alternatives to non-compete agreements
Historically, many employers required executives, managers, sales personnel, technical staffers, and other important employees to execute a non-compete agreement restricting them from working for a competitor. However, other alternatives available […]
OP-ED: When employees leave with trade secrets
If there is reasonable suspicion that an employee may take confidential or trade secret information belonging to an employer at the time of separation 鈥� whether voluntary or involuntary 鈥� then the employer should take immediate action in order to protect its interests.
Don鈥檛 forget federal law protecting company computers
Many companies are concerned how to protect their electronically stored information and prevent it from being accessed, altered or deleted by unauthorized individuals. In some cases, these “hackers” can […]
Non-solicitation/confidentiality agreements enforceable
Restrictive covenants ancillary to employment agreements are generally divided into three categories:聽covenants not to compete, covenants not to solicit and covenants prohibiting disclosure or use of confidential information. Prior to […]
News
- $960,000 office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 10, 2026
- Two projects in historic districts in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 10, 2026
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
