Oregon workers who become aware of any form of wrongdoing in the workplace might be conflicted. They want to do the right thing and report what they know but are fearful that they will be subjected to reprisals if they do. People in this complicated situation should...
Some studies have estimated that across the country, 250,000 patients die because of medical errors each year. If these numbers were universally accepted, it would make medical malpractice a leading cause of death in this country, ranking up with cancer and heart...
The increasing use of technology and advancements in safety practices was expected to reduce the number of auto accidents with injuries and fatalities. However, Portland has seen an unexpected increase in crashes. To address the problem, traffic safety has been a...
Many people think that you can only get fired from a job if you have done something to warrant termination. However, that is not the case in at-will employment states such as Oregon. An employer in an at-will employment state can terminate an employee for any reason,...
The shock of an unexpected termination can be overwhelming. When your former employer refuses to respond to your inquiries, it adds insult to injury. Many employees find themselves in this frustrating situation, unsure of their rights and next steps. Your employer's...
Losing a job is hard. It becomes even harder when you suspect that your employer's reason for your termination was not truthful. Many companies claim they need to "downsize" to cut costs. In some cases, it can be a smokescreen for discriminatory practices. Downsizing...
When employers plan to terminate their employees, they usually have several defenses lined up to justify their actions and avoid liabilities. As an employee who may experience this situation, you must be familiar with how your former employer might defend themselves....
Marriage is meant to be a joyous occasion. When a workplace fosters the celebration of employees’ milestones, announcing your marriage is met with support and can boost morale. But what if the opposite is true? What do you do if your employer wrongfully terminates you...
Experiencing a wrongful termination from work can be devastating. It can leave you feeling powerless and unsure of what to do next. Sadly, it is more common than you think, and it is often the result of illegal or unethical behavior by employers. Here are four of the...
Performance reviews are supposed to help employees improve at their jobs. However, they can sometimes contain misleading or inaccurate information. If a clearly false review of your performance leads to negative outcomes, such as being fired, it may justify legal...
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