Interpreting the law can be a complex project. A recent ruling by the Oregon Court of Appeals shows that interpretation of the law is often more complex than most people realize at first glance.The case has to do with a wrongful death lawsuit filed when a man was...
Month: July 2014
Lowe’s drops property tax valuation appeal in Oregon
For a person who owns a business, making sure that property tax valuations are correct is a serious concern. If the valuation is too high, you might end up paying more than what you should have to pay. If it is too low, you won't pay enough. For Lowe's, a property tax...
Could unpaid internships result in employment litigation?
Unpaid internships in Oregon and across the country have been around as far back in history as most people can remember. Internships were thought of as a win/win situation. An employer gets a free worker, and the intern gets on-the-job training and experience. Sounds...
Update: Environmental law case heading to federal appeals court
Protecting the species native to areas is a vital part of protecting the environment; however, there are instances in which it is necessary to look at the impact that actions on the wildlife's habitat will have on humans.A case that we told you about a few weeks ago...