Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) can play a critical role in the operations of virtually any business, particularly when it cooperates with another business or professional.These agreements legally protect sensitive information, including trade secrets and information...
Month: August 2016
Beyond Non-Compete Agreements, Employees Have Fiduciary Duties to Employers
One of the greatest risks to a company is the possibility that its employees could leak sensitive information or later compete against it.Many companies take steps to protect their intellectual property and brand with non-compete and non-disclosure agreements, but...
Some basics about Oregon gun laws
Whether you own a business that sells guns, a firing range that helps people perfect their shots or you are simply an individual Oregon citizen with a firearm, it's important to keep up on the applicable laws. The lines between potential wrongdoing and legality can be...
State court reverses trial court ruling in harassment case
The Oregon Supreme Court recently reversed the ruling of a trial court, which originally issued a summary judgment for the defendants in a sexual harassment case. The decision of the appeals court centered around whether or not the defendant in the case could have a...
You don’t have to agree with the will
Not honoring someone's final wishes seems disrespectful, which is why many people shy away from questioning a will. Some people might not want to step into the legal arena on estate matters because they feel it will look like they are seeking something for themselves...