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The dilemma of unemployment claims
One of the most common dilemmas for employers is how to respond to an unemployment claim filed by a former employee. Sometimes an employer wants to do its best to […]
Oregon employers breathe sigh of relief
Employers in Oregon have cause to celebrate, or at least breathe a sigh of relief. The Oregon Legislature recently wrapped up its 2011 session without passing any major pieces of […]
How can we be even more efficient?
The construction industry is a model of toughness, efficiency and creative problem-solving. I’ve always thought the completion of a construction project on time, on budget and within quality and safety […]
Northwest employers win another medical marijuana battle
Once again, employers in the Northwest can claim victory in the battle over medical marijuana in the workplace. Just as the Oregon Supreme Court did one year ago, the Washington […]
How healthy is your company?
The construction industry presents numerous obstacles to maintenance of a sustainable, robust and profitable bottom line. Business leaders must be creative in how they navigate the growing complexity and competitiveness […]
What鈥檚 the latest with ‘Obamacare?’
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act 鈥� better known as health care reform, or even 鈥淥bamacare鈥� 鈥� will likely be a hot topic leading up to the 2012 elections. […]
Bracket results: Final four workplace headaches
Previously, I unveiled a bracket featuring 64 of the biggest work-related headaches faced by employers. I invited readers to choose their 鈥渨inners鈥� in each of four regions. Well, the votes […]
Dangers of micromanagement
Micromanagement kills morale, causes inefficiencies and diminishes accountability. So why do so many leaders do it? It’s not intentional. Managers want to see something get done and they often have […]
March bracket for employers: the biggest workplace headaches
Many companies’ employees will soon begin filling out brackets in anticipation of the NCAA college basketball tournament. Why try to beat them when you can join them? Below is a […]
You think your company’s dress code is bad?
In the new “casual business” era, employee dress codes can be tricky, especially in the relaxed Pacific Northwest. On one hand, employees should have freedom and feel comfortable at work. […]
5 common roadblocks to a strategic plan and how to avoid them
“So when do we start reaping dividends from that strategic plan we labored over in the previous months?” The fear and frustration of many business leaders is that the effort […]
Supreme Court will be busy with employment law
As we begin the new year, employers and law experts may wonder what is in store for employment law in 2011. One of the biggest agents of change is the […]
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
