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Employers Take Heed: The Oregon Workplace Fairness Act Goes Into Effect on October 1, 2020

September 30, 2020

Oregon Workplace Fairness Act (OWFA) The Oregon Workplace Fairness Act (OWFA) imposes new requirements on every Oregon employer with at least one employee. The new requirements under the OWFA include: Employers must have written anti-discrimination policies that contain specific language; Employers must make the written

Landlord Compliance with Extended Moratorium on Evictions in Oregon

July 1, 2020

The Oregon Legislature passed a new law on June 26, 2020, which took effect immediately and expires on March 31, 2021. The new law extends the eviction ban through September 30, 2020, and provides a 6-month grace period for tenants to pay back rent, charges,

Partition: Forcing the Sale of Real Property When Co-Owners Cannot Agree

May 12, 2020

So you purchased a home with your significant other (boyfriend, girlfriend, partner, etc.). You thought that they were “the one,” and you reasoned that interest rates were “so low,” and real estate values are only going to continue to increase. You questioned yourself, “Why am

With An Eye To The Future: Continuing Considerations To Maximize Your Value Prior To Sale

May 1, 2020

During the current COVID-19 pandemic, selling your business may be the last thing on your mind for a variety of reasons: business or sales are trending downwards, the economy is unstable, buyers are less inclined to purchase, etc. There is also the possibility that you

CARES Act: Impact to Retirement Accounts

April 30, 2020

By now you may have heard of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (“CARES”) Act, which is legislation enacted by Congress (with overwhelming support) to provide fast and direct economic assistance for American workers, families, and small businesses, and preserves jobs for American industries.

Estate Planning During COVID-19

March 31, 2020

While it is always important to have your estate plan completed, many clients are especially anxious during this time of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. During this time, it is natural to want to focus on our wellbeing and that of our families. An important part

Updated 3/31/20 – COVID-19: Families First Coronavirus Response Act

March 21, 2020

On March 18, 2020, as a direct result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, President Trump signed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (“Act”) into law. This new Act is also known as HR 6201. The two key laws that will impact many Employers are the:

FAQ: Family Medical Leave Expansion Act

March 21, 2020

NOTE: This webpage and article will be updated regularly as the law is further clarified by the Department of Labor. RELATED ARTICLE: EMERGENCY PAID SICK LEAVE ACT – FAQ On March 18, 2020, as a direct result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, President Trump signed

FAQ: Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act

March 21, 2020

NOTE: This webpage and article will be updated regularly as the law is further clarified by the Department of Labor. RELATED ARTICLE: FMLA EXPANSION ACT – FAQ On March 18, 2020, as a direct result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, President Trump signed the Families

The Rubber Band is broken on “Stretch IRA’s”

January 6, 2020

One of the tax advantages of an individual retirement account (IRA) is that the beneficiaries of an IRA could stretch out the tax bill over the life expectancy of the beneficiaries. In the meantime, the IRA could continue to grow tax deferred as long as

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Employers Take Heed: The Oregon Workplace Fairness Act Goes Into Effect on October 1, 2020

Landlord Compliance with Extended Moratorium on Evictions in Oregon

Partition: Forcing the Sale of Real Property When Co-Owners Cannot Agree

With An Eye To The Future: Continuing Considerations To Maximize Your Value Prior To Sale

CARES Act: Impact to Retirement Accounts

Estate Planning During COVID-19

Updated 3/31/20 – COVID-19: Families First Coronavirus Response Act

FAQ: Family Medical Leave Expansion Act

FAQ: Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act

The Rubber Band is broken on “Stretch IRA’s”

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