Feb 6, 2019 | Employment Law, News
The Oregon Legislature is in session with many employment bills on the docket. The following bills are active and have the potential to significantly impact the workplace.[1] Employment Discrimination Settlements – SB 726 SB 726 is one of the most troubling bills...
Nov 8, 2018 | Employment Law
By: David M. Briggs, Employment Law & Litigation Attorney It is hard to believe that it has been a year since we first heard of #MeToo. In October 2017, a story came out detailing the egregious conduct of Harvey Weinstein. That story became the springboard to a...
Sep 20, 2018 | Employment Law, Events, Litigation
Wednesday, October 17, 2018 – 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Salem Convention Center – 200 Commercial St. SE, Salem, Oregon Presented by the Saalfeld Griggs Employment Law & Litigation Team: Randall Sutton / David Briggs / Jennifer Paul / Therese Holmstrom...
Apr 27, 2018 | Employment Law, Litigation
By: David Briggs, Employment Law & Litigation Attorney Ten former employees of a medical-plan firm received a $5.1 million jury award after the company was found to have created a hostile work environment based on religion. In the case, the employees argued that...
Mar 23, 2018 | Employment Law, Events
Hot Topics in Employment Law Although it can be said that employment law is constantly changing, 2017 was a particularly big year. The Oregon Legislature enacted several significant new laws with broad impact. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) appears to be...
Jul 18, 2017 | Company, Employment Law, News
By: Randall P. Sutton, David Briggs For those tracking recent developments with the overtime rules for manufacturers, the Oregon Legislature has finally weighed in and passed legislation that is awaiting the Governor’s signature. The legislation is a mixed bag for...
