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Portland Area Law Blog
Regulatory compliance issues impact all sizes of firms
Businesses of just about any size will have to make sure that they are following all kinds of rules and regulations as they operate. Federal, state, and local laws may govern how the business owner must operate. Additionally, just about any business may have to follow...
Have you spotted signs of foundation damage in a new home?
Aging houses can experience settling over the years. The ground underneath them may shift or compact, resulting in one part of the foundation sitting slightly lower than the other. If this happens at an angle, the house may end up having floors on a mild incline. If...
Is a special needs trust right for you and your loved ones?
Estate planning encompasses a lot of different aspects of not only the distribution of your assets, but also how you and your loved ones will be cared for. It's therefore important that you identify what your goals and visions for the future are so that you can...
Oregon offers state home loans to veterans
Veterans in our state have a variety of state and federal programs that they qualify for as a result of their service to our country, especially for real estate. For example, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs helps veterans and their surviving spouses purchase a...
Fraudulent Misrepresentation is a Serious Business Tort
A tort is a bad or wrongful act that may violate the rights of other people. Torts are a central theme in personal injury law, particularly when one person’s negligent or wrongful behavior causes another to suffer a physical injury or loss. However, in Portland and...
What can you do if you discover a major defect in a new home?
Construction of a custom-built home can take anywhere from months to years from the initial design process to the end of the project. When you arrive at your new home, you expect it to meet your standards and be move-in ready. For most people, the early days in a new...
Determining if mediation is right for you
Disagreements are a part of life, and in some cases, these differences could lead to disputes. Resolving disputes is not always as easy as saying they will agree to disagree. There are many matters that require a solid resolution. Whether it is a divorce, custody...
Parking availability for small business sparks real estate case
Real estate disputes can arise in Portland and throughout Oregon for many reasons. These can be business-related, residential or commercial disagreements. It can even be a combination. In some instances, negotiation can achieve a successful resolution. In others, a...
What is required for adverse possession in Oregon?
Trespassing onto someone else’s property is generally against the law, but there are situations where a trespasser could legally claim the property as their own. Adverse possession laws may allow a trespasser to stay on the land if they meet certain criteria. Under...
Who can challenge a will in Oregon?
When a loved one passes away, they often leave a will to explain how they want their assets distributed. Most of the time their will is followed as they desired but occasionally it is challenged. But not everyone in Oregon can challenge a person’s will. When a person...
