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OP-ED: Practical collection alternatives in non-lien situations
There are few things more frustrating than not getting paid for services and/or goods provided to a customer. It is especially frustrating when the amounts owed are fairly modest because […]
OP-ED: Oregon foreclosure litigation — round two
In June 2013, the Oregon Supreme Court, in Brandrup v. ReconTrust Company, addressed whether Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc. (MERS), as nominee for the original lender and the lender’s successors […]
OP-ED: Beware elusiveness of substantial completion
In the construction industry, “substantial completion” is a loosely and often-used phrase. However, this term has a specific and significant meaning in the context of construction lien claims. Oregon […]
Court opinions could change residential lending
The landscape for residential lenders in Oregon and Washington is changing quickly. Three recent appellate court opinions have the potential to significantly impact how residential lenders do business in the […]
4 changes to construction law you should know about
Being in the construction industry is demanding enough without trying to keep up with legal changes. The last 12 to 14 months have produced a number of legal developments affecting […]
CCB surety bond claims: Old law gets new teeth
In Oregon, all contractors must be licensed with the Construction Contractors Board. As part of the licensing requirement, a contractor must post a surety bond with the CCB. If a […]
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
