Many businesses prefer to hire independent contractors instead of employees. Independent contractors are often experts in their field and offer flexibility to a business. However, working with independent contractors presents challenges as well. Misclassifying a...
Employment Law
Employers: Now Is the Time to Encourage Internal Whistleblowing
These are trying times for employers. Transitioning to a remote workforce—especially on short notice—is fraught with challenges. One unanticipated side effect of this seismic shift? An increase in whistleblowing. The last few months have seen a dramatic rise in...
Noncompete Clauses: Where Oregon and Washington Differ
There are significant legal differences between Oregon and Washington in how courts will determine whether a noncompete clause is legal and enforceable. Workers in these states searching for jobs that require knowledge of a company’s trade secrets and protected...
What employers should know about landmark decision on LGBTQ discrimination
The U.S. Supreme Court recently resolved a longstanding debate over whether Title VII—the federal employment discrimination law—covers LGBTQ employees (and prospective employees). The answer? Yes. The decision Title VII makes it illegal for employers to discriminate...
