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Five Myths about Arbitration and Mediation Every Business Owner Should Know

October 12, 2021

Why these popular alternatives to litigation are not “one size fits all” Litigation has always been time-consuming and expensive. Now, with courts prioritizing certain types of cases due to Covid-19, the wait for trial in a civil lawsuit is even longer and the price just

Employer FAQ on Oregon’s Revised Mask and Physical Distancing Guidance for Fully Vaccinated Individuals

May 24, 2021

On May 13, 2021, the CDC significantly relaxed its mask and physical distancing guidance for those individuals who are fully vaccinated against the coronavirus (COVID-19). In response to the new guidance from the CDC, on May l8, 2021, the Oregon Health Authority issued its own Interim

$150 Million Landlord Compensation Fund Is Now Available

February 2, 2021

Oregon House Bill 4401 provides for a $150 million Landlord Compensation Fund. It is available to reimburse Oregon property owners for 80% of unpaid rent from April 2020 through date of application. The application process for the first round of funding is open for the

News from Real Estate Law in Oregon

December 22, 2020

Residential Eviction Moratorium Extended in Oregon through June 2021 The Oregon legislature passed HB 4401 on December 21, 2020. The bill will go to Gov. Brown for signature shortly. HB 4401 extends Oregon’s residential eviction moratorium through June 30th, 2021. The law also provides for

News from Estate Planning

October 12, 2020

Estate Planning and Gifts for High Net Worth clients 10/12/20 - With a change of administration now looking more likely, high net worth clients are considering gifting to take advantage of the $11.3 million federal estate tax exemption. (Oregon's state estate tax exemption is $1

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

September 30, 2020

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 anti-discrimination policy available to employees

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.

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