Salem Oregon Legal Blog
What can I do to neutralize customer complaints?
If you own a small business in Oregon, one of your worst nightmares is upsetting the wrong customer. Everyone knows that customer. This person takes their dissatisfaction online and tweets about it or shares damaging photos. If they have tens of thousands of...
What is the difference between general and limited partnerships?
If you are considering starting a business with one or more other people in Oregon, you have likely thought about structuring your fledgling company as a partnership. There are two common types of partnerships in Oregon – general partnerships and limited partnerships....
State of Oregon DMV found liable for crash caused by drunk driver
An Oregon resident who lost his wife in a fatal wrong-way collision caused by a drunk driver will receive a settlement of $500,000. According to the Mail Tribune, the state agreed to settle his lawsuit over allegations that it should not have issued a driver's license...
The high cost of dog bites
If you are like a lot of people who live in Oregon, you may have one or more pets. Whether cats, dogs, birds, fish or some other type of animal, it is not uncommon to develop strong attachments to these members of the family. However, this does not negate the...
What could a big increase in minimum wage do to your business?
For a while now, there has been a push to raise the federal minimum wage to $15.00 an hour. The minimum wage in Oregon is already fairly high compared to many other areas of the country, running between $11.00 and $12.50. So, a hike to $15.00 is not too drastic, but...
Could my social media account hurt my court case?
If you are heading to an Oregon courtroom for any reason, it is essential to understand the evidence against you. You may discover that some evidence comes directly from you in the form of your social media accounts. Many court cases these days hear evidence that...
How can I fund my startup?
Starting a business in Oregon requires a lot of time and hard work, but it also takes a lot of money. Unless you are independently wealthy or have friends and family who have extra money to throw your way, you will probably have to figure out how to come up with the...
How can you tell if you have a traumatic brain injury?
If your head was struck while working in Oregon, it is possible that you have suffered from a concussion, also known as a traumatic brain injury (TBI). A normal bump on the head is usually a mild and irritating injury, but if you are experiencing additional symptoms,...
Understanding Oregon’s dog bite law
The dog. Man’s best friend. More people own these four-legged furry bundles of love than any other pet. Usually, owners obey the laws and take responsibility to protect not only the dog but also their loved ones and the public at large. However, there are times when a...
What does it mean to be a good neighbor when boating?
Enjoying a day on the water in your boat can be exhilarating. At the end of the day, everyone who goes boating on Oregon's waterways wants to make it safely back home after enjoying a fun time. However, when other boaters act rudely, it can put your adventure at risk...
