Recreational marijuana is now legal in Oregon. Like other states, however, the drug's distribution and use are still controlled by local laws. This is similar to alcohol. While the legality of recreational marijuana does open up some new business opportunities,...
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PORTLAND BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL LAW BLOG
Follow these 4 rules when starting a business with your spouse
One thing you’ve always wanted to do was to set up a business with your spouse. You want to do so because they’re talented at what they do, and you have the training in marketing and logistics that is needed to make them successful in the field. Together, you truly...
Execute a good contract to minimize the risk of working with a third party
As a business owner, you probably rely on third-party contractors for at least some of your business needs. Whether it’s outsourcing marketing tasks or working with a third party to purchase products for your store, it’s important that you have a good, solid contract...
Are you accused of missing wage payments or wage discrepancies?
As a business owner, the last thing you want is for your employees to be unhappy with you. Unfortunately, you’ve recently had one come to you saying that their wages were incorrect. You did go back and look at their timesheets, but you didn’t see any discrepancies. As...
The benefits of hiring outside general counsel
Entrepreneurs who launch their own business always have to think about how their business will succeed. One important part business owners can’t overlook is the value of having legal advice to ensure their success. Business law attorneys can advise entrepreneurs on...
When 1 of these 3 things happen, it may be time to sell your business
As a business owner, one of the most complicated things to recognize is when it’s time to sell your business. While some people intend to remain the boss of their business for life, many entrepreneurs want to create and sell their business later on. Doing so can help...
The perfect noncompete agreement: Does it exist?
As a business owner, something you may be concerned about is the potential for an employee to take proprietary information and give it to a competitor. That’s why many business owners have noncompete agreements. Noncompete agreements are contracts that prohibit...
Why customer service is an important factor in business
Owning and operating a business involves numerous challenges, many of which rest on the risks you face. While you might worry about managing your workforce and establishing your brand, the service you provide can significantly affect your ongoing success.Providing...
Choosing the right entity during the business formation process
Starting a business involves making important financial and legal decisions regarding operations, liability and taxes. Choosing the right entity during business formation is important, and the appropriate choice depends on the preferences of the owner, the type of...
Business contracts: understanding non-compete agreements
Certain types of legal agreements allow a business to protect its competitive advantage and proprietary information. Through non-compete agreements or including certain terms in business contracts, an Oregon company is able to keep closely held information safe, even...
