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Beware: No more texting while driving in Oregon
2010 is fast approaching and with it will come a number of new laws that affect employers. The column this month and next will include a discussion of these laws […]
FAQs about swine flu in the workplace
A year ago at this time, it seemed that every other phone call or e-mail I received from a client was a question about layoffs and downsizing. This fall, the […]
Private sector needs a share of stimulus
For much of this year, considerable energy, debate and political capital have been expended developing, discussing and then passing the federal stimulus package, also known as the American Recovery and […]
Use your head to make charitable donations count
The end of the tax year 鈥� and the coming holidays 鈥� make this an excellent time to consider tax-deductible charitable donations. More than ever, not-for-profit organizations need your support: […]
What happened to high-school shop classes?
Last month, while making my way through Lincoln High School at back-to-school night, I bumped into Jim Parr (LHS ’73). We were next to a room marked 鈥淒rafting,鈥� but there […]
Seniors鈥� post-retirement income isn鈥檛 cutting it
Dear Mr. Berko: We’ve been depending on CDs for the last four years for safety and income. And we have been moving our CD money around at various banks to […]
Ask questions first, and avoid portfolio disaster
Dear Mr. Berko: My wife and I retired last year from different companies. We moved my wife’s 403(b) to an IRA, which was a real chore because the people holding […]
Leave money management to experienced pros
Dear Mr. Berko: I’m 66 years old. I retired at 59 with $682,000 in a roll-over IRA, which is now worth $417,000; my wife and I take out $1,000 per […]
Sometimes foreclosure isn鈥檛 the best option
Editor’s note: The monthly Dirt Law column written by Jordan Schrader Ramis attorneys will return on Nov. 23. As an increasing number of homeowners fall behind or enter default on […]
Architecture + Design Festival winds down
The Portland Architecture and Design Festival is winding down as the end of October draws near. The festival is presented by the American Institute of Architects Portland chapter, the Center […]
One question: Where did all the money go?
鈥淲here did all the money go?鈥� Lately, this question has been on the minds of many building owners who pay general contractors expecting they will use those funds to pay […]
Capitalism doesn鈥檛 work without capital
Capitalism, whether you love it or not, requires capital, which comes in two forms: equity, at-risk money, without a promise of repayment, invested to own companies and assets; or debt, […]
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
