Employment Law

Romantic relationships in the workplace are not uncommon. In fact, with people spending the bulk of their waking hours at work, it’s no surprise that some personal connections may turn romantic.  But what happens when a workplace romance leads to a pink slip? If an...

Oregon presumes employment is at will, meaning either side can end the relationship at any moment, with or without prior notice. That freedom, however, sits inside a web of federal and state protections that bar terminations driven by bias or retaliation. Federal...

The stress of losing a job is felt nationally even if your industry or role is not a risk. A job loss due to a layoff or firing is a difficult event to navigate. An employee that believes that their termination was unlawful is understandably overwhelmed, as they now...

Losing a job is never easy. If you recently lost your job in Oregon, you may be wondering if you were wrongfully terminated. Like many other states, Oregon law treats most workers as “at will.” This means that, generally, your employer can fire you at any time, for...

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...

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...