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5 keys to early mediation success when project disputes arise | Opinion
Early mediation sessions usually fail, only to be followed months later by additional sessions that succeed. If most cases are settled later, why can鈥檛 they be settled sooner before incurring the time and expense of legal battles?
Congress has work to do in legislation that revisits Opportunity Zones | Opinion
It seems that Congress has gotten the message as it is considering several pending modifications, but these changes do not go far enough.
Needed housing rules: Developers gain clarity and benefits | Opinion
Several key cases furnished notable takeaways for housing developers and land use practitioners.
Financial markets defy pundits and soar to record highs | Opinion
The 10-year Treasury slipped below 4 percent and the markets took off like a rocket for a much-desired year-end Santa Claus rally culminating in a nine-week win streak.
Notice error dooms state agency’s climate protection rules
Simply engaging in a robust public outreach process with numerous opportunities for engagement was insufficient to substitute for the notice obligations provided in state law.
Despite a boom in construction, pressures keep a vise on profitability | Opinion
Construction firms that focus their management strategies on business continuity and risk management will be in a position of relative strength to weather the times.
Navigating I-9 self-audit misconceptions: a daily check-in tale | Opinion
Many employers have misconceptions about how to complete I-9 self-audits. Consider these three common misconceptions and how to take action.
Building for the greater good with a commitment to sustainability | Opinion
The commitment was created to provide a framework through which contractors can center health and wellness, not only in the buildings they construct, but for the people who build them.
An invitation to take up space in the workplace | Opinion
Taking up space is not about being stubborn, resistant, demanding, or self-serving; rather it is understanding your value and being committed to sharing it within your organization.
You’ve been WARNed: Reductions in force can bring legal risk | Opinion
If the WARN Act applies to an employer, there is a specific procedure that must be followed 鈥� failure to comply can result in hefty penalties.
The role of liquidated damages provisions in construction contracts | Opinion
Liquidated damages are a way for the owner and the contractor to agree beforehand to the amount of damages that the contractor will owe to the owner if there is a delay in completing the project.
Some modest proposals to increase housing for Oregonians | Opinion
There are alternatives to increase housing, with a higher likelihood to increase the number of affordable units. Two of them come to mind.
News
- Building Blocks: Mike’s Drive-In (Milwaukie)
- Flaws found in Portland’s inclusionary housing program
- Portland business acquired by international firm
- More work ahead for Veterans Memorial Coliseum
- Pacific Northwest business changes its name
- Construction of suburban park completed
- Construction costs rise for Oregon highway projects
- Modern safety helmets replace traditional hard hats on construction sites
- $6.6 million tech facility in Portland building permits | May 13, 2024
- Utility project in Forest Park in Portland land use review intakes | May 13, 2024
- $15.3 million in top bidders | May 10, 2024
- Generative artificial intelligence may have potential in California
Commentary
- New federal rule banning noncompetes may impact construction industry | Opinion
- A letter to the editor from Edward Sullivan and Carrie Richter | Opinion
- April bears chase off March bulls; interest rate cuts still paused | Opinion
- To help address labor difficulties, cultivate better bosses | Opinion
- Impact of Supreme Court decision in takings clause case is hazy | Opinion
- Active transportation is integral to bridge replacement project | Opinion
- Coed softball, compliance and consequences: NLRB’s directive unveiled | Opinion
- Oregon housing law deserves applause rather than contempt | Opinion
- Oregon Family Leave Act is changing: Prepare now for updates | Opinion
- Let go of getting it right: the cost of oversize expectations | Opinion
- Drafting real estate documents with project permitting in mind | Opinion
- License to build: the importance of license terms in design agreements | Opinion
