Employers who are sued by an employee might end up either defending themselves in an administrative action before the Bureau of Labor & Industries (BOLI) or in Oregon circuit courts. The objective is the same: you’ll want to present the facts in the light most favorable to the employer. However,…
The Oregon Family Leave Act (OFLA) grants eligible employees job-protected leave for specific family, medical, and safe-leave reasons. For employers, understanding these rules is an essential part of maintaining compliant and consistent workplace practices. While penalties can arise from misapplying the law, most issues are preventable with clear policies and…
The Texas legislature has enacted several important laws in the summer and fall of 2025 that will go into effect in 2026. Texas business owners and HR professionals are advised to stay up to date on these new regulations, as they may directly impact your company’s compliance responsibilities. For guidance…
The Oregon Legislature has enacted several new labor and employment laws taking effect in 2026. Employers should stay alert to ensure ongoing compliance with these changes. Below is an overview of some of the most significant new employment laws and how they may impact businesses. Because these laws can create…
California employers will see several important changes to state employment laws beginning in 2026. Recent legislative updates affect a wide range of workplace issues, including paid leave, wage protections, and the terms permitted in employment agreements. Understanding these developments early allows businesses to plan ahead and update their policies with…
Every Texas-based business must have an employee handbook, from startups hiring their first employee to established firms reviewing current policies. Enlisting the help of a seasoned Texas employment attorney is key in creating or revising an effective handbook that keeps companies in compliance and avoids litigation. The Structure Law Group…
It’s often said that employees are a company’s most valuable asset. Your Texas company likely has several key employees essential to running your operations. So management understandably wants to protect itself if one leaves for another job. Historically, in Texas and elsewhere, companies have used non-compete agreements to temporarily restrict…
Most Bay Area businesses aim to embrace diversity and inclusion as integral parts of their core values. However, these objectives are often not well-defined. For instance, a company might be committed to diverse hiring in terms of gender and ethnicity, but they may still face challenges in fostering inclusion. Additionally,…
2025 brought several new employment laws in Oregon that significantly impact workplace policies and operations. These changes address a range of topics, from wage requirements to worker classification and family leave. Below is a summary of the most important updates that Oregon employers should be aware of, ranked from most…
California’s 2024 legislative session concluded with Governor Gavin Newsom approving several critical bills that will impact workplace policies starting January 1, 2025. These new laws cover a broad spectrum of areas, including anti-discrimination protections, paid family leave, freelance worker rights, and more. Employers need to review and update their policies,…