Sherwood, Oregon Employment Law Blog

Employers are prohibited from discriminating against their employees on the basis of pregnancy. It is important for pregnant workers to be familiar with the workplace protections afforded to them against pregnancy discrimination at work. Workplace protections against...

One way to make the best of a job loss is to negotiate a better severance package. A strong severance package may also be an option for seeking relief from an employer who violated employment law. Employee handbook and law Termination may provide the opportunity for...

The basic relationships between employees and employers have changed in many places throughout America this year, including in Oregon. Millions of people are working remotely, while others may have lost their jobs altogether. Going forward, our readers need to know...

Individual expression is an important part of how many people see themselves and how they present themselves to the world. Throughout Oregon, residents dress, style, and portray themselves with the diverse and unique qualities that they choose and prefer. When they...

People work many different types of jobs in Oregon. These jobs are in different industries, in different work environments, different types of hours and days and have many other differences. However, despite all the differences the reason that people have jobs is to...

Harassment and discrimination occur far too often at work and harms workers. Allegations can also have serious financial and reputational consequences for employers. Oregon addressed this issue by passing a new employment law with additional worker protections in...

Sexual harassment in the workplace is prohibited. Workers are protected from the different types of sexual harassment that may occur in the workplace which is why it is helpful for victims to be familiar with the different types of sexual harassment. Beyond the...

Employers are prohibited from retaliating against workers in certain situations and both employers and employees should be familiar with what those situations are. Most workers rely on their jobs to care and provide for themselves and their families which is why it is...

There are many reasons that Oregon residents may lose their jobs. During difficult economic times, many workplaces reduce their staffs or close due to a stagnant economy. Individuals who are hired as at-will employees may be released from their positions without...