Free Newsletter
More U.S. Supreme Court decisions expected to affect employers
The U.S. Supreme Court is kicking off a new term this month, and a number of cases will impact the world of labor and employment law. It’s tough to […]
That independent contractor agreement might be worthless
Nothing can provide a better sense of security in one’s business dealings than getting it in writing. Promises and proposals are wonderful, but it’s once a document is in […]
Five ways to get sued for pregnancy discrimination
A recent decision from the Oregon Court of Appeals highlighted some of the best ways to get sued for pregnancy discrimination. The July 2013 decision in Kemp v. MasterBrand […]
For sale: two extra vacation weeks
Employers are at their best when they are trying to stay one step ahead of the competition, seeking new and creative ways to get the job done as well […]
News
- 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
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
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
